Payroll Specialist

Full range of payroll duties including annual, quarterly, monthly, and weekly payrolls

Process end-to-end payroll for UK employees, ensuring accuracy and timeliness of payments

Process Real Time Information (RTI) submissions to HMRC as required

End of Year processing and reconciliations including end of year RTI submissions and issue of P60s

Develop and maintain good working relationships

Calculate and process statutory deductions, including income tax, National Insurance contributions, and pension contributions

Administer employee pension schemes, including enrolment, contributions, and liaising with pension providers

Ensure compliance with UK payroll regulations, tax laws, and pension auto-enrolment requirements

Maintain confidentiality and data protection standards in handling sensitive employee payroll and pension information

To follow all department processes and procedures

1-2 years’ experience working in a busy payroll function, ideally in a payroll bureau environment

Grade C/5 and above at GCSE English & Maths

Ability to work on own initiative, working within a team and the ability to meet deadlines

Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

A strong team player who is willing to actively work across the team, adopting a can-do and flexible attitude

Strong knowledge of UK payroll processes, tax regulations, and pension legislation, including auto-enrolment

Proficiency in using payroll software or systems for end-to-end payroll processing

Excellent attention to detail and accuracy

Excellent organisational and time management skills to handle multiple payroll cycles and deadlines

Strong communication skills to effectively address client inquiries and concerns related to payroll and pensions

Proficient in using MS Office applications, particularly Excel

Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to identify and resolve payroll and pension-related issues