Payroll Specialist

We are currently partnering with a reputable company within the technology sector based on the outskirts of Havant, known for fostering a collaborative and dynamic environment. As part of their payroll team, you will support ongoing operations during a period of transition, contributing to a smoothly run payroll process. The organisation values professionalism and practical expertise, offering a role with flexibility and opportunity for involvement in manual and process-driven tasks. This position is an excellent opportunity for a detail-oriented payroll professional seeking to make a tangible impact within a forward-thinking team. What will the Payroll Specialist role involve? Manually managing payroll activities including employee information changes, leave, starters, and leavers, ensuring accuracy and compliance Supporting the payroll cycle with hands-on processing to maintain seamless payment operations Assisting with ad hoc payroll tasks and reconciliation to uphold system integrity during a temporary period of increased manual checks Providing accurate information to the team and management, ensuring payroll integrity Contributing to process review and improvement initiatives as the company navigates ongoing projects Suitable Candidate for the Payroll Specialist vacancy: Experience handling complex, manual payroll processes with hands-on operational focus Knowledge of UK payroll legislation and compliance requirements Strong organisational skills with ability to prioritise and manage workload effectively Capable of working independently whilst being a team player in a fast-paced environment Enthusiastic about contributing to process efficiency and accuracy in a changing landscape Additional benefits and information for the role of Payroll Specialist: Flexibility with start and finish times, promoting work-life balance Hybrid working arrangement – 2 days remote per week Opportunities to develop payroll expertise within a supportive team 12-month fixed term contract with potential for extension based on organisational needs Salary will be dependent on experience CMA Recruitment Group is acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this role. CMA complies with all relevant UK legislation and doesn’t discriminate on any protected characteristics. By completing the application process, you agree to the terms outlined in our Privacy Notice and that CMA may contact you in connection with your application in relation to CMA providing you with work finding services. Our Privacy Notice can be viewed under the privacy tab on our website. CMA is currently receiving a high volume of applications. Whilst we ensure all applications are considered, regrettably, it may not be possible to respond individually to all applications received