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Hays Accounts and Finance
Payroll Specialist
Central London, London
- Hours
- Full Time
- Posted
- 2 days ago
- Salary
- 53000.00 - 56000.00 GBP Annual
- Recruiter
- Hays Accounts and Finance
- Closes
- 22 Dec 2025
- Course
- No
- Contract Type
- Permanent
- Recruiter Type
- Direct Employer
Description
Our client is seeking an experienced Payroll professional to join their busy team on a permanent basis
Duties include;
Manage end-to-end monthly payroll and pensions on a high-volume basis Ensure accurate calculation of wages, deductions, bonuses, and benefitsReview and approve payroll reports before final submissionEnsure compliance with local, national, and international payroll laws and regulationsPrepare and submit statutory filings (e.g., HMRC in the UK)Maintain accurate records for audits and internal reviewsMaintain and update payroll systems and employee recordsCollaborate with HR and Finance to ensure data integrityImplement system upgrades or transitions when neededRespond to payroll-related queries from employeesProvide guidance on payslips, tax codes, and deductionsSupport onboarding and offboarding processes from a payroll perspectiveIdentify and implement improvements to payroll processesDevelop and document standard operating proceduresTrain junior payroll staff or HR team membersSupport budgeting and forecasting activities related to payrollLead or contribute to cross-functional projects (e.g., mergers, acquisitions, system integrations)Dealing with complex queries effectively Assessing historical data and rectifying errors
You will have;
Payroll software proficiency and worked with an integrated system previously Data accuracy and reconciliation experience Advanced Excel skills - lookups and pivot tables Deep understanding of UK payroll legislation, including, PAYE, National InsuranceStatutory payments (SSP, SMP, etc.) and ability to complete manual calculations Ability to stay updated on HMRC regulations and employment lawCIPP QualifiedPension exposure
If you have ALL of the above and are seeking a new challenge, then please apply now
Please note, applications will be reviewed upon receipt, so please apply now as the closing date will be subject to change
No sponsorship available for this post
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Ad ID: 5417468098
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