Payroll Officer

Michael Page (UK); Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 36,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Interim Payroll Officer to manage payroll systems and ensure accuracy. This role offers a fantastic opportunity to work in a market-leading company with a strong reputation for innovation. You will be responsible for resolving payroll discrepancies, supporting employees with queries, and ensuring compliance with laws and policies. With a hybrid working model and a competitive hourly rate, this temporary position also holds potential for longer-term prospects. If you have a solid understanding of payroll practices and excellent numerical skills, this role could be your next career step.

Benefits

Hybrid working

Accessible Leeds location

Competitive hourly rate

37.5 hour working week

Immediate start available

Opportunity for longer-term prospects

Qualifications

• Solid understanding of accounting fundamentals and payroll best practices.
• Experience with ADP software is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Manage payroll system ensuring accuracy and timeliness of transactions.
• Resolve payroll discrepancies and provide employee support.

Skills

Accounting Fundamentals

Payroll Best Practices

Numerical Data Handling

Communication Skills

Professionalism

Confidentiality

Tools

ADP Software

Job description

• New Interim Payroll Officer Position in Leeds
• Great opportunity to work in a market leading company

About Our Client

This is a well-established company in the Technology sector, based in Leeds. The business operates on a large scale and maintains a robust reputation for producing high-quality, innovative solutions.

Job Description

• Manage the company's payroll system and ensure accuracy and timeliness of all payroll transactions.
• Resolve payroll discrepancies and irregularities.
• Prepare and submit paperwork for new employees.
• Provide support to employees regarding payroll and benefit queries.
• Ensure compliance with relevant laws and internal policies.
• Compile reports on payroll matters.
• Administer benefit plans.
• Contribute to the team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.

The Successful Applicant

• A solid understanding of accounting fundamentals and payroll best practices.
• Experience using ADP software is desirable.
• An excellent ability to handle numerical data.
• Strong communication skills to resolve payroll and benefit queries.
• A high level of professionalism and confidentiality.

What's on Offer

• Hybrid working
• Accessible Leeds location
• An estimated hourly rate of between £17.10 and £20.90, equivalent of up to £36k
• 37.5 hour working week
• Immediate start available
• Opportunity to work in an established large organisation with a strong industry reputation.
• Temporary role with potential for longer-term prospects.