Senior Payroll Officer

Senior Payroll Officer, Perm, Industry, Superb benefits

Your new company
A dynamic, family-owned business is seeking a Payroll Administrator to join its growing team. Established over 20 years ago, the organisation has expanded across multiple sectors including manufacturing, engineering, and specialist services. With a strong ethos of competitiveness through continual improvement, this company offers a supportive environment and excellent career development opportunities

Your new role As Payroll Administrator, you will be responsible for delivering accurate and timely payroll services across the business. Key duties include:

• Maintaining and updating employee records (starters, leavers, contractual changes)
• Reconciling payroll data with HR and finance systems, ensuring audit trails and resolving discrepancies
• Administering statutory payments (SSP, SMP, SPP) and deductions (PAYE, NI, pensions, student loans)
• Liaising with HMRC and pension providers to ensure compliance and timely submissions
• Generating payroll reports for finance, HR, and senior management
• Supporting internal and external audits with documentation and reconciliations
• Responding to employee queries on payslips, tax codes, and deductions with professionalism
• Assisting in payroll system improvements and process optimisation

What you'll need to succeed
What you'll need to succeed

• Minimum of three years' experience in a senior payroll role within a medium to large organisation
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team
• High proficiency in payroll software and Microsoft Excel
• Willingness to learn and adapt to changing business needs

What you'll get in return
You'll be joining a forward-thinking organisation offering:

• Free Life Assurance
• Excellent salary
• Company Pension Scheme
• Healthcare Plan
• Employee Perks Card
• Free on-site car parking
• On-site gym and canteen facilities
• Career development opportunities
• Employee discount and referral programme

What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
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