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Payroll Officer

United Kingdom, Leicester 28000.00 GBP / Year · Job Posted April 11, 2026
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As a Payroll Officer, you will play a key role in supporting the end-to-end payroll process across the organisation. You will work closely with HR, Finance and operational managers to ensure payroll information is accurate, compliant and processed efficiently. You will also act as a key point of contact for payroll-related queries, ensuring our employees receive excellent support and guidance.

Job Responsibility

  • Processing employee salaries, wages, bonuses, overtime and deductions accurately and in line with payroll deadlines
  • Maintaining accurate payroll records, ensuring employee information is always up to date
  • Inputting and validating timesheets, attendance records and rota data to support payroll processing
  • Administering employee rota systems and maintaining payroll data within Sage Payroll
  • Managing new starter, leaver and contractual change information within payroll systems
  • Processing statutory payments including sick pay, maternity pay, paternity pay and other statutory entitlements
  • Ensuring tax, National Insurance and pension deductions are calculated and applied correctly
  • Managing employee benefit deductions including salary sacrifice schemes and other voluntary deductions
  • Responding to and resolving payroll-related queries from employees and managers in a timely and professional manner
  • Supporting the preparation and submission of HMRC payroll reporting, including RTI submissions
  • Assisting with monthly payroll reconciliations and ensuring payroll records align with finance records
  • Conducting regular payroll checks and audits to ensure data accuracy and compliance with legislation
  • Preparing and distributing payslips and payroll reports for management and internal departments
  • Supporting the Payroll Team Leader in reviewing and improving payroll processes and systems
  • Working collaboratively with HR and Finance teams to ensure payroll processes align with company policies and employment changes
  • Maintaining strict confidentiality when handling sensitive employee and payroll information
  • Supporting with general payroll administration tasks and assisting with payroll projects when required

Requirements

  • Minimum 12 months experience in payroll processing or payroll administration
  • Strong understanding of payroll processes, legislation and compliance
  • Advanced Excel skills and confidence using Microsoft Office
  • Strong numerical and analytical ability
  • Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
  • Ability to handle confidential information with discretion
  • Strong communication skills and ability to liaise with employees and managers across the organisation

What we offer

  • Competitive salary
  • Fully paid, comprehensive training and induction
  • Clear career development and progression opportunities
  • Reward and recognition schemes, including Star Performer of the Month
  • Blue Light Card
  • Free access to Udemy online learning
  • Cycle to Work scheme
  • Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
  • Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
  • Wellbeing support
  • Casual dress
  • 28 days paid holiday (including bank holidays)

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