Payroll Specialist

• Support the processing of end-to-end UK payroll
• Data maintenance and/or checking of all key variable payroll information in the core HR system iTrent
• Ensure that all payroll process checking and validation procedures are adhered to on a monthly basis
• Continuous review, check and audit of reports and processes in relation to monthly payroll cycle. Including but not limited to month on month analysis, payroll ledger postings, starter / leaver checking, ensuring legislative and award compliance (tax etc.)
• Manage statutory payments
• Manage data feeds from benefits platform Darwin, for starters, leavers and changes
• Input P45s, check tax code changes, check absence adjustments, run PSA reports, process KIT day payments, run NMW checks and import bonus data
• Provide international payroll information when required
• Support the outsourced payroll supplier with year-end tasks where required
• Respond to colleague payroll queries professionally and confidentially
• Deputise for the Payroll Manager when required
• Support work in relation to Payroll and the wider HR team such as roll out of new services, upgrades and implementation of new processes
• Manage confidential information in line with the firm’s data security protocols
• Work closely with the HR Service Desk and HR Systems and Data team to ensure data is accurately maintained, and support on other tasks as requested by the Payroll Manager or Head of HR Operations
• Stay up to date with UK payroll legislation and HMRC updates

• Proven experience in UK payroll processing
• Strong knowledge of HMRC regulations and PAYE legislation
• IT literacy is required, and preferably with an understanding of payroll and benefits systems
• Attention to detail and analytical skills, especially numeracy skills
• Excellent written and spoken communication
• Ability to create and update procedures
• An approachable, customer-focused style
• Ability to deliver to tight deadlines

Payroll qualification preferred (e.g. CIPP) but not essential

We are happy to talk flexible working with our Flex Forward scheme