Reed Finance are currently assisting an established client in the local area in the recruitment of a Senior Payroll Analyst to oversee the operational delivery of payroll services, ensuring all processes related to payroll, pensions, and statutory payments are executed accurately and in compliance with relevant legislation. This role is crucial in supervising and developing the Payroll Analyst, managing complex queries, and supporting the Payroll & Accounting Services Manager in enhancing payroll operations.

Day-to-day of the role:

• Oversee and manage the end-to-end payroll process, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with statutory and organisational requirements.
• Supervise and support the Payroll Analyst, providing guidance, training and day-to-day direction.
• Act as the first point of escalation for complex payroll queries and issues, ensuring timely resolution.
• Review payroll outputs, reconciliations and controls to ensure the integrity of payroll data.
• Administer and manage payroll-related activities including pensions, statutory payments, deductions and employee benefits.
• Collaborate with the People & Culture team to ensure accurate reflection of employee data and contractual changes in payroll.
• Ensure compliance with HMRC requirements, pension regulations, employment legislation and internal policies.
• Prepare for month-end, year-end, and audit activities by preparing payroll reconciliations, reports and supporting documentation.
• Provide support, guidance and mentoring to junior members of the payroll team.
• Maintain and develop payroll procedures, controls and documentation to support effective governance and audit readiness.
• Support the Payroll & Accounting Services Manager in identifying and implementing payroll process improvements and system enhancements.
• Produce payroll reports and management information to support business decision-making and statutory requirements.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• CIPP qualification or equivalent experience with substantial experience in payroll administration within a complex organisation.
• Strong knowledge of UK payroll legislation, PAYE, National Insurance, statutory payments and pension administration.
• Experience in supervising, mentoring or supporting colleagues within a payroll function.
• Proficient in payroll accounting and reconciliation, with a strong ability to prepare payroll journals and reconcile payroll to the General Ledger.
• Experienced in payroll reporting, controls and compliance activities.
• Excellent organisational skills with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and payroll systems.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and meet strict payroll deadlines.

Benefits:

• Generous pension and annual leave
• Hybrid working
• Onsite parking

An exciting opportunity so don’t delay apply now!