Payroll Analyst

• Annual Salary: £55,000 - £60,000
• Location: Colchester, Hybrid (2 days in office)
• Job Type: Full-time

Join an international specialist insurer that values smart, reliable individuals who look out for customers and each other. We are seeking an experienced Payroll Analyst to join our Corporate Centre finance team. This role offers the opportunity to shape the future of our Group Finance and contribute to the company's growth. If you are passionate about excellence and innovation, this role is for you.

• Take sole responsibility for ensuring the monthly in-house payroll for 1800 employees is processed accurately and on time, adhering to company policies and legal requirements.
• Collaborate with HR and SaaS service providers to ensure accurate employee data.
• Review and verify payroll data for completeness and accuracy.
• Maintain payroll records to ensure compliance with all applicable laws and payroll regulations.
• Address and resolve payroll and tax-related inquiries from employees and management.
• Prepare payroll reconciliations, submit reports, and payment transfers for approval.
• Partner with the Finance Team to ensure payroll journal entries posted to the general ledger are reconciled and accurate.
• Develop and run ad-hoc, audit, and controls pre-post-payroll reports.
• Support the development of a continuous improvement culture utilising external insights and best practice.
• Actively support both Finance and Group-wide projects relevant to the role.

• CIPP qualification with a minimum of two years’ post-qualification experience, preferably within Financial Services, Insurance, or a multinational business.
• End-to-end in-house payroll experience.
• Strong understanding of payroll, payroll tax laws, and payroll software systems like Workday and Cintra.
• Confident in interrogating and analysing high volumes of data with an attention to detail.
• Advanced Excel skills.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Ability to use own initiative and work both independently and as part of a team.
• Strong control mindset and experience.

• Hybrid working model (2 days in office, 3 days at home).
• 10% on-target bonus.
• Opportunities for professional growth in a supportive and dynamic environment.
• Access to comprehensive health and wellness programs.
• Competitive retirement and insurance benefits.To apply for this role email your cv to