Payroll Executive

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

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• Process weekly, fortnightly and monthly payrolls accurately and on time.
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• Maintain employee payroll records, including starters, leavers, tax codes and statutory deductions.
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• Handle payroll queries and resolve pay-related issues.
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• Ensure compliance with HMRC regulations, pension requirements and payroll legislation.
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• Process invoicing, payroll adjustments and reconciliations.
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• Administer pension enrolments and submissions.
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• Complete year-end payroll activities, CIS returns and statutory reporting.
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• Conduct payroll compliance checks and support audit requirements.
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• Produce and reconcile financial reports, statements and customer account balances.
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• Investigate and resolve discrepancies across payroll and finance systems.
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• Maintain accurate records and contribute to process improvements.
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About You

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• Strong understanding of UK payroll legislation, HMRC requirements and statutory reporting.
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• Highly organised with excellent attention to detail and analytical skills.
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• Confident using payroll and finance systems, with strong IT skills.
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• Able to manage multiple priorities and work effectively to deadlines.
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• Proactive problem-solver with a strong customer-service focus.
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• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
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