Payroll Officer

Job Description:

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Looking for a role where your attention to detail actually matters? This is a fast-paced, high-volume payroll position where you'll play a key role in keeping everything running smoothly behind the scenes.
You'll be at the heart of payroll operations owning processes, solving problems, and making sure people are paid accurately and on time, every time.
What you'll be doing: Managing end-to-end payroll processing across a 4-weekly cycle
Administering time and attendance data, identifying anomalies and ensuring accuracy
Processing starters, leavers, overtime, salary changes, and statutory payments (SMP, SSP, etc.)
Supporting payroll sign-off, including reporting, BACS submissions, and third-party payments
Liaising with external bodies including HMRC
Handling payroll queries from employees and managers, providing clear guidance and resolutions
Maintaining accurate payroll records, documentation, and audit trails
Supporting payroll deadlines, including year-end processing
What we're looking for: Solid payroll experience (ideally 3+ years in a busy environment)
Strong understanding of UK payroll legislation (tax, NI, statutory payments)
High attention to detail with the ability to manage large volumes of data accurately
Confident communicator, able to build relationships across the business
Highly organised, able to prioritise and meet tight deadlines
Discreet and professional when handling confidential information
Tech and tools: Experience with payroll systems (Sage 50 desirable)
Strong Excel / MS Office skills
Nice to have: CIPP, AAT or Payroll Apprenticeship qualification
Why this role?
This is a busy, hands-on position where no two days look the same. You'll be trusted to take ownership, work autonomously, and make a real impact in a critical function of the business. xwzovoh
If you enjoy working in a fast-moving environment where accuracy, pace and problem-solving are key this one's for you.
£25000 - £35000 / year
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