Oracle Payroll Specialist

Cedar; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A well-known London-based organisation is seeking an experienced Interim Oracle Payroll Specialist to support a cloud-based ERP system implementation. The role requires strong payroll knowledge and a recognised accountancy qualification. This interim position offers a competitive rate of £400-£450 per day and hybrid working arrangements. The ideal candidate will have experience in payroll transformation and stakeholder engagement.

Qualifications

• Strong technical payroll knowledge, ideally with experience in ERP/HRIS/Finance system implementations.
• Recognised accountancy qualification (ACA/ACCA/CIMA/CIPFA) or payroll qualification is essential.
• Proven experience working on payroll transformation or system change projects.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced change environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, development, and delivery of payroll processes for the ERP system implementation.
• Act as a subject matter expert on payroll-related requirements, compliance, and reporting.
• Collaborate with Finance, HR, Programme, and third-party teams for delivery.
• Support the BAU payroll process for accurate and timely monthly payroll.
• Develop documentation, testing scripts, and training materials for transition.

Skills

Technical payroll knowledge

Stakeholder engagement

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Education

Recognised accountancy qualification (ACA/ACCA/CIMA/CIPFA)

Payroll qualification

Job description

Overview

Interim Oracle Payroll Specialist

Location: London (hybrid working)

Rate: £400-£450 per day (inside IR35)

Duration: 3 months

We are supporting a well-known London-based organisation through a significant transformation programme and are seeking an experienced Oracle Payroll Specialist to join on an interim basis.

This role will play a key part in supporting the implementation of a new cloud-based ERP system, with a particular focus on payroll processes. Alongside project delivery responsibilities, you will also provide oversight and support to ensure the continuity of the monthly BAU payroll cycle.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, development, and delivery of payroll processes for the ERP system implementation.
• Act as a subject matter expert on payroll-related requirements, compliance, and reporting.
• Collaborate with Finance, HR, Programme, and third-party implementation teams to ensure successful delivery.
• Support the BAU payroll process to ensure accurate and timely monthly payroll.
• Develop documentation, testing scripts, and training materials to support transition and go-live.

About you

• Strong technical payroll knowledge, ideally with experience in ERP/HRIS/Finance system implementations.
• Recognised accountancy qualification (ACA/ACCA/CIMA/CIPFA) or payroll qualification is essential.
• Proven experience working on payroll transformation or system change projects.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced change environment.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced payroll professional with transformation expertise to add value in a high-profile programme.