Payroll Analyst

ACCA Careers; Liverpool City Region; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

27 days annual leave

Up to 10% pension contribution

Flexible benefits package

Healthcare cash plans

Cycle to Work scheme

Gym membership

Retail discounts

Employee Assistance Programme

Health and wellbeing support

Job summary

Michael Page is seeking an experienced Payroll & Benefits Analyst in the UK. The role offers ownership of the end-to-end payroll process and support for employee benefits within a collaborative, data-driven team.

You will manage monthly payroll cycles, ensure compliance with payroll legislation, and provide accurate benefits administration while developing your skills across payroll and benefits in a people-first environment.

Qualifications

• Experience managing end-to-end payroll processes.
• Advanced Excel skills including reconciliation and data analysis.
• Knowledge of payroll legislation and compliance requirements.
• Experience handling confidential information with discretion.
• Strong communication and relationship-building abilities.

Responsibilities

• Managing and processing end-to-end monthly payroll activities
• Reviewing, validating, and analysing payroll data prior to processing
• Completing payroll reconciliations and investigating discrepancies
• Ensuring payroll information and benefit adjustments are submitted accurately and on time
• Administering employee benefits and flexible benefit schemes
• Acting as a point of contact for payroll and benefits queries
• Building relationships with HR, payroll colleagues, and external providers
• Producing payroll reports and analysing data using Excel
• Supporting payroll process improvements and controls
• Assisting with weekly payroll activities when required

Skills

End-to-end payroll

Advanced Excel

Payroll legislation

Data analysis

Confidential information handling

Communication skills

Education

CIPP qualification

Payroll qualification

Tools

SAP

Job description

If you're a payroll professional who enjoys ownership, variety, and working with complex data, this is an opportunity to join a successful organisation where payroll is recognised as a critical business function rather than simply an admin task. With significant investment, excellent career development opportunities, and a people-first culture, you'll have the chance to broaden your skills across both payroll and benefits.

Client Details

Join a well-established and highly respected business that plays a vital role in supporting UK trade, logistics, and supply chain operations. With significant investment plans, a strong focus on sustainability, and a genuine commitment to employee development, this is an exciting opportunity to build your career within a forward-thinking organisation where your contribution will make a real impact.

Description

We're looking for an experienced Payroll & Benefits Analyst to join a busy and collaborative team. This role offers the opportunity to take ownership of the end-to-end payroll process while also supporting the administration of employee benefits, making it ideal for someone who enjoys combining analytical thinking with exceptional attention to detail.

The Role

This is a varied position where you'll be responsible for managing the monthly payroll cycle from start to finish, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and adherence to payroll legislation.

Day-to-day Responsibilities Will Include

• Managing and processing end-to-end monthly payroll activities
• Reviewing, validating, and analysing payroll data prior to processing
• Completing payroll reconciliations and investigating discrepancies
• Ensuring payroll information, including overtime and benefit adjustments, is submitted accurately and on time
• Administering employee benefits and flexible benefit schemes
• Acting as a point of contact for employee payroll and benefits queries
• Building relationships with HR teams, payroll colleagues, and external providers
• Producing payroll reports and analysing data using Excel
• Supporting payroll process improvements and enhancing controls and efficiencies
• Assisting with weekly payroll activities when required

Profile

You'll be an experienced payroll professional with strong technical knowledge, excellent attention to detail, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.

You’ll Ideally Have

• Proven experience managing end-to-end payroll processes
• Strong knowledge of payroll legislation and compliance requirements
• Advanced Excel skills, including reconciliation and data analysis
• Excellent organisational and problem-solving skills
• Experience working with sensitive and confidential information
• Strong communication skills and the ability to build effective working relationships

Desirable

• Experience administering employee benefits
• SAP experience
• CIPP qualification, or currently working towards one

Job Offer

• 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Up to 10% matched pension contribution
• Flexible benefits package
• Healthcare cash plans
• Salary sacrifice car scheme
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Critical illness cover options
• Gym membership scheme
• Retail discounts and vouchers
• Ongoing learning and development opportunities
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Health and wellbeing support

People are at the heart of Michael Page. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment. As an inclusive recruiter we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities and experiences. If you require any adjustments or accommodations during the recruitment process, we'll work with you to ensure you can perform at your best.