Dains (Scotland)

Payroll Senior Executive

Kilmarnock
Posted about 1 month ago

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Payroll Senior Executive

Payroll Senior Executive

As one of our Payroll Senior Executives, you'll be responsible for delivering accurate and timely payroll services for a portfolio of clients, ensuring compliance with legislation and internal standards.

The role involves maintaining strong client relationships, supporting team operations, and contributing to process improvements. You'll also be involved with managing complex payrolls, mentoring colleagues, and driving best practice across the team.

We have a dedicated team of expert payroll professionals offering a high-quality service in all aspects of payroll. We pride ourselves on providing this service with a personal approach.

Department Payroll Employment Type Full Time Location Kilmarnock Workplace type Hybrid

Key Responsibilities

Accurately process payrolls of varying complexity in line with client deadlines and statutory requirements. Perform manual calculations for gross-to-net payslips, including complex tax codes, high tax bandings, and retrospective adjustments. Independently manage a portfolio of complex payrolls, proactively plan workload, and provide compliance guidance to clients. Maintain strong, professional relationships with clients throughout the payroll cycle. Keep up to date with Auto-Enrolment (AE) legislation, statutory absence rules, and HMRC requirements. Apply GDPR principles and maintain confidentiality at all times. Share knowledge and provide guidance to junior team members. Mentor and coach team members, contribute to process improvements, and act as a role model for Dains Values. Manage workload effectively and seek support when needed.

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Skills, Knowledge & Expertise

Level 3 Payroll Qualification or equivalent experience. Experience with payroll software (e.g. Paycircle) and integrations. Proven ability to manage complex payrolls and mentor team members. Strong organisational skills and attention to detail. Proficiency in MS Office; advanced Excel skills (VLOOKUPs, Pivot Tables) desirable. Ability to work to deadlines and adapt to changing priorities.

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Job Benefits

25 days annual leave (increases with length of service) plus normal statutory bank holidays Buy and sell annual leave Life assurance Cycle to work scheme Greener car scheme Discounted shopping platform

About Dains Scotland

The Dains Group is a fast growing, independent accountancy practice ranked 22nd in the National Accountancy Age. With over 1000 talented individuals across the UK and Ireland, we're ready to drive growth, make an impact, and excel your career.

At Dains, we believe our people are our greatest asset. As one of the UK’s fastest-growing accountancy groups, we offer a dynamic, inclusive, and supportive environment where ambitious professionals can thrive.

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Department Payroll Employment Type Full Time Location Kilmarnock Workplace type Hybrid

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Skills

Payroll Qualification
Payroll Software
Complex Payroll Management
Mentoring
Organisational Skills
Attention To Detail
MS Office
Excel