Are you someone who loves accuracy, thrives on organisation, and enjoys supporting people? We're looking for a caring, detail‑driven Payroll Officer to join our team in Wellingborough for a 12‑month interim role.
Location: Wellingborough
Hours: Full time 40hours per week but open to discuss Part Time
Salary: Competitive
Benefits: Enhanced holiday entitlement, Company sick pay, Life insurance, Health cash plans, Family‑friendly policies, EV/ULEV car scheme, Cycle‑to‑work scheme.
About the Role
In this role, you'll work closely with our Group Payroll Manager to ensure our colleagues across the Group are paid accurately and on time. You'll help maintain clean, reliable payroll and HR data, ensuring our processes run smoothly and always remain compliant.
Responsibilities
Ensuring the smooth running of payroll across all Group companies
Processing overtime, pay changes and monthly updates
Completing payroll accuracy checks
Assisting with annual pay reviews
Supporting employees with payroll queries
Helping with pension reporting and provider submissions
Preparing data for P11Ds and benefits calculations
Maintaining accurate employee records in payroll/HR systems
Conducting regular data checks and housekeeping
Supporting audits with organised, compliant records
Assisting with expenses and Barclaycard claims
Supporting annual benefit renewals and scheme joiners/leavers
Always handling sensitive information with care and discretion
Working collaboratively with our HR and Finance colleagues when needed
Required Skills:
Strong numeracy skills and confidence with Microsoft Excel and Word
A sharp eye for detail and accuracy
Good organisational skills and comfort with routine processes
Sensitivity and respect when handling confidential information
The ability to prioritise and meet deadlines
Warm, clear communication skills — both written and spoken
Desirable:
Experience in payroll processing
Familiarity with HR systems
Qualifications
A good general education, including GCSE English & Maths (Level 2 or above)
At Whitworth Brothers ltd, we've been milling quality flour for over 130 years—and we're still growing strong. Our world class mills coupled with our continued investment in our people and our estate mean we are a market leading business that helps to feed the nation.
Whether you're behind the wheel delivering our goods, keeping production running smoothly, or supporting operations from head office, you'll play a vital role in our success.
Ready to be part of something bigger?
Apply today and start your journey with Whitworth Brothers
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