Your new company A leading independent merchant with operations across the UK and Ireland is seeking a Group Payroll Officer to join their HR and Payroll team at their Head Office in Co. Down. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced payroll professional to progress their career within a dynamic and growing organisation known for innovation and excellence. Your new role As Group Payroll Officer, you will play a key role in ensuring the accurate and timely processing of payroll across the group. Working closely with HR, you will manage all payroll-related activities and maintain compliance with statutory requirements. Your responsibilities will include: Processing monthly payroll accurately and on time, ensuring data integrity from time and attendance systems Managing starters, leavers, salary changes, and auto-enrolment requirements in collaboration with HR Preparing and submitting BACS payments, PAYE, and pensions, meeting all statutory deadlines Producing payroll reports, reconciliations, and year-end summaries Responding to payroll queries promptly and professionally Staying up to date with payroll and pension legislation What you'll need to succeed Strong communication and numerical skills Excellent attention to detail and ability to work under pressure Proven experience in payroll processing and payroll software Trustworthy and professional, with a commitment to confidentiality Ability to work effectively within a team Experience with time management systems and strong Excel skills What you'll get in return Competitive salary and benefits package Unlimited in-house training and development opportunities Staff discounts and cycle-to-work scheme Contributory pension scheme 30 days annual leave (including bank holidays) Free on-site parking Excellent Flex What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be Skills: payroll group payroll payroll officer Benefits: Competitive