Job Description We are seeking an experienced Payroll Specialist to support an insourced payroll with an estimate employee headcount of 1,800. Broadly, the job entails all aspects of the payroll processing life cycle from new hire to termination, with additional responsibility for year end reporting requirements. Processing the day-to-day UK payrolls, ensuring appropriate liason and coverage with the team. Working alongside the Senior Payroll Specialist to manage timely delivery of payroll deliverables and ensure all back-up is provided for checking and audit activities. Process both the advanced and arrears payrolls per the calendars each month. Checking and maintaining accuracy of employee records where appropriate for: Starters and leavers Verify all payment & deduction changes as appropriate Maintenance of Tax & NI records Maintenance of pension records Calculations of all statutory payments to include but not limited to: SMP, SAP, SSP, SHPP and SPP Manual calculations of gross to NET overpayments (Tax and NI) Process adjustments such as reversals, returned overpayments and ad hoc payments ensuring HMRC receive the correct data by the applicable deadline. Carry out reconcilations such as ensuring the FPS balances to payroll results. Validate and action payment requests via the Payroll Sharepoint Workflow Tool such as KIT day payments, standby allowances etc. Lockheed Martin is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to maintaining a diverse and inclusive work environment. Diversity and inclusion are fundamental to our culture and reflect our values of doing what's right, respecting others and performing with excellence. By engaging with all our employees' diverse talents and experiences every day, we can innovate different and better, creating cutting edge solutions and unparalleled customer value. We know that diversity of thought leads to better solutions for our customers. Our top priority is finding the best candidate for the job and if you are interested in the position, we’d love to hear how you might contribute to our mission and our team and would encourage you to apply, even if you don’t believe you meet every one of the criteria set out in our job advert. In addition, we are committed to inclusion of all individuals and will make reasonable adjustments to our applications process. If you require assistance or adjustments to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact recruitment.lmuk@global.lmco.com or call 023 92 458 000. Experience with insourced end to end payroll. A thorough understanding of all current payroll legislation to ensure compliance and accuracy in payroll processing. Demonstrates confidence and strong communication skills when presenting to stakeholders. Ability to support team members and Apprentice by providing accurate guidance on payroll processes and relevant legislation. Ability to carry out manual payroll calculations to support validations and secondary checks. Data collation, organisation and analytical skills. Possesses a high level of accuracy with strong attention to detail. Ability to prioritise work to meet deadlines in a fast paced, complex environment. Interpersonal and communication skills. Ability to work independently and in a team environment. Proficiency with MS Office applications, particularly Excel and ability to carry out lookups/pivot table activities for analysis. Desirable - Oracle and SAP experience. The box for LMPeople qualifications and experience isn't correct so please see below: Desired Skills / Experience Typical minimum education & experience: Bachelors degree from an accredited college in a related discipline, or equivalent experience/combined education, with 6 years of professional experience; or 4 years of professional experience with a related Masters degree. Considered career, or journey, level. Business Environment Enterprise Business Services (EBS) consists of LMUK IT Services, Payroll, ESH, HR and Finance functions. With employees located throughout the UK, EBS provides UK wide support to the LMUK business areas. What we offer you At Lockheed Martin our employees come first and therefore your physical, mental and financial wellbeing matters to us. On top of working in a highly supportive, friendly, respectful environment you can expect so much more. We are an employer in support of and offering Flexible working with the option to also work a 4 day week depending on business requirements, where you have the option of Fridays off. We offer Competitive salaries alongside a flexible holiday entitlement. We have a Wealth of benefits available to you that can be selected through our wellbeing tool upon commencement of employment. Just a few of our amazing benefits are shown below: Private Medical Insurance Competitive Pension Dental Critical Illness Life Assurance Travel Insurance Employee discounts for top high street shops Employee Assistance Program which includes free face to face counseling sessions, Legal advice, Financial advice, etc Internal training and development alongside our Education assistance programmes Reimbursement for a professional membership Competitive policies that support flexibility and family leave inclusive of enhanced maternity leave