Payroll Consultant

Wade Macdonald; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable UK-based company is seeking an Interim Payroll Consultant for an immediate start in London. This hybrid role involves managing weekly payroll processing for about 4000 employees during a crucial transition period. The successful candidate will take ownership of a manual payroll process, heavily involving Excel, and coordinate closely with HR and Finance. This is a temporary position for at least 3 months with a pay rate of £350 to £400 per day depending on experience.

Qualifications

• Experience in managing high-volume payroll processing.
• Ability to work in a manual payroll environment.
• Strong organizational skills for managing payroll transition.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end weekly payroll processing for approximately 4000 employees.
• Own a manual payroll process using Excel extensively.
• Support the transition from the outgoing payroll lead.
• Coordinate with HR and Finance for accurate payroll updates.

Skills

End-to-end payroll processing

Excel proficiency

Knowledge transfer

Coordination with HR and Finance

Job description

Interim Payroll Consultant – Immediate Start– London (Hybrid 2 Days Office) – 3 Months Initially – £350 to £400 per day (inside IR35)

About the Client

This well-established UK-based organisation is currently navigating a period of transition within their payroll operations. With a large and varied employee base, they embrace flexibility and adaptability, empowering their teams to find the best solutions and drive meaningful change.💯

About the Job

An immediate opportunity for a highly skilled interim payroll professional to support a complex, manual payroll environment on an interim basis. This role is essential in ensuring the accuracy and delivery of high-volume weekly payrolls during a critical time of handover, change, and seasonal demand.🌈

Duties will include:

• Managing end-to-end weekly payroll processing for c4000 UK employees
• Taking ownership of a heavily manual payroll process with extensive use of Excel
• Supporting the transition and knowledge transfer from the outgoing payroll lead
• Coordinating closely with HR and Finance to ensure accurate updates for starters, leavers, bonuses, benefits, and changes