Hays
Payroll Specialist (Stand alone)
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FULL OR PART TIME (4 DAYS) AVAILABLE
HYBRID WORKING - 1-2 DAYS IN THE OFFICE
TO APPLY FOR THIS VACANCY YOU MUST HAVE PERMANENT UK RTW & FULL END-TO-END PAYROLL KNOWLEDGE
A well-established, nationwide specialist services organisation is looking to recruit a Stand-Alone Payroll Specialist to take ownership of the payroll function. With operations spanning multiple UK locations and a large, diverse workforce, the business delivers complex projects within a highly regulated sector.
Recognised for its inclusive culture, supportive leadership, and commitment to excellence, this is an excellent opportunity to join a stable and growing organisation that genuinely invests in its people and offers long-term development opportunities.
Your new role
As the Stand-Alone Payroll Specialist, you'll play a key role in ensuring the smooth and accurate delivery of payroll services across the business. Your responsibilities will include:
- Processing weekly and monthly payrolls from start to finish, ensuring accuracy and compliance at every stage
- Managing statutory payroll submissions, including EPS filings, within strict deadlines
- Reviewing and analysing timesheet data to identify discrepancies, trends, and potential issues
- Administering payroll deductions, including attachment of earnings orders, pensions, and other voluntary deductions
- Managing new starter and leaver processes, including all associated payroll documentation such as P45s
- Acting as the first point of contact for payroll-related queries, providing clear and professional guidance on pay, tax, and deductions
- Supporting year-end payroll activities, including P11Ds where applicable
- Producing payroll reports and analysis, including gender pay gap reporting
- Working closely with internal stakeholders and external organisations to maintain payroll accuracy and compliance
- Providing additional support to the finance team as required
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What you'll need to succeed
- Proven payroll experience with end-to-end responsibility, ideally across both weekly and monthly payroll cycles
- Strong knowledge of PAYE, National Insurance, pensions, and current payroll legislation
- Exceptional attention to detail and the ability to manage high-volume payroll data accurately
- Advanced Excel skills with confidence in analysing and manipulating data
- Excellent communication skills, with the ability to explain payroll information clearly to colleagues at all levels
- A proactive and flexible approach, with the ability to adapt to changing priorities
- A team-focused mindset and willingness to support broader business and finance objectives
What you'll get in return
- Competitive salary with regular annual salary reviews
- Generous holiday entitlement, with additional leave awarded for long service
- Enhanced employer pension contributions
- Flexible working arrangements to support work-life balance
- Free on-site parking
- Regular performance and development reviews
- Ongoing training and genuine career progression opportunities
- Employee wellbeing programme, including access to confidential support services
- Opportunities to get involved in community, fundraising, and charity initiatives
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If you're interested in this opportunity, click 'Apply Now' to submit your up-to-date CV, or contact us directly for a confidential discussion.
If this role isn't quite the right fit, but you're considering your next career move, we'd still love to hear from you and discuss other opportunities that may be suitable.
Desired Skills and Experience
Payroll Specialist, Payroll Administrator, Senior Payroll Administrator, Payroll Officer, Stand Alone Payroll, Standalone Payroll, Sole Payroll, End-to-End Payroll, End to End Payroll, Payroll Manager, Payroll Processing, Weekly Payroll, Monthly
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