Payroll Specialist

An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Payroll Specialist to join a busy and fast-paced payroll team. This role is responsible for delivering accurate payroll services, ensuring compliance with payroll legislation, and supporting both internal stakeholders and external clients. Key Responsibilities • Process weekly, fortnightly and monthly payrolls accurately and on time. • Maintain employee payroll records, including starters, leavers, tax codes and statutory deductions. • Handle payroll queries and resolve pay-related issues. • Ensure compliance with HMRC regulations, pension requirements and payroll legislation. • Process invoicing, payroll adjustments and reconciliations. • Administer pension enrolments and submissions. • Complete year-end payroll activities, CIS returns and statutory reporting. • Conduct payroll compliance checks and support audit requirements. • Produce and reconcile financial reports, statements and customer account balances. • Investigate and resolve discrepancies across payroll and finance systems. • Maintain accurate records and contribute to process improvements. About You • Strong understanding of UK payroll legislation, HMRC requirements and statutory reporting. • Highly organised with excellent attention to detail and analytical skills. • Confident using payroll and finance systems, with strong IT skills. • Able to manage multiple priorities and work effectively to deadlines. • Proactive problem-solver with a strong customer-service focus. • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.