Payroll and Reporting Specialist

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a meticulous and detail-oriented **Payroll and Reporting Specialist** to join a dynamic and fast-paced team. If you possess strong organisational and analytical skills, and thrive in delivering exceptional payroll processing and reporting, this could be the perfect role for you.

Job Purpose:

As the Payroll & Reporting Specialist, you will be responsible for processing payroll for around 1,300 employees, ensuring compliance with company policies and statutory regulations. In addition, you will generate both regular and ad-hoc reports to support management's decision-making processes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Accurately process payroll for all employees within set deadlines.
• Produce regular and ad-hoc reports, including board reports, scorecards, and KPI reports.
• Handle payroll adjustments for new hires, terminations, and role changes.
• Ensure compliance with statutory payments, RTI reporting, and auto-enrolment regulations.
• Upload monthly pension reports and process temporary payments, court orders, and third-party requests.
• Perform manual tax and National Insurance (NI) calculations as required.
• Collaborate with HR, operations, and finance teams on colleague changes and reporting.
• Assist with the development and updating of people policies, ensuring legislative compliance.
• Support various people-related projects and initiatives.

Essential:

• Proven experience in payroll administration.
• Strong knowledge of payroll and HR systems.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including advanced functions.
• Solid understanding of PAYE rules and auto-enrolment pensions.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to meet tight deadlines and deliver excellent customer service.

Desirable:

• CIPP qualification (or working towards it).
• Familiarity with salary-related legislation and employment law.

Personal Attributes:

• Excellent organisational and time management skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• A proactive, team player with the ability to work independently.

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