Hybrid Payroll Specialist - Defence (18-Month Contract)

JAM Recruitment Ltd; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Defence organisation is looking for a Payroll Administrator in Preston. This role involves processing complex payrolls and ensuring compliance with payroll legislation and audit procedures. Ideal for those with 2+ years of UK payroll experience and strong communication skills. The position offers a competitive hourly rate and hybrid working options. Collaborating with various teams is essential to resolve payroll queries efficiently.

Qualifications

• 2 years of experience in UK Payroll.
• Previous experience in a Payroll Service handling multiple payrolls.
• Knowledge of payroll legislation and future changes.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and process complex Payrolls accurately.
• Log advances, errors, and report issues to Payroll Team Manager.
• Ensure compliance with governance and audit procedures.

Skills

Knowledge and experience of UK Payroll

Excellent oral and written communication skills

Problem solving using own initiative

Excellent people skills

Data analysis skills

Education

CIPP or Equivalent Payroll qualification

GCSEs in Mathematics and English, grades A–C

Tools

Resource Link system or similar

Word, Excel & Outlook

Job description

A leading Defence organisation is looking for a Payroll Administrator in Preston. This role involves processing complex payrolls and ensuring compliance with payroll legislation and audit procedures. Ideal for those with 2+ years of UK payroll experience and strong communication skills. The position offers a competitive hourly rate and hybrid working options. Collaborating with various teams is essential to resolve payroll queries efficiently.