Payroll Officer

Keeler Recruitment Ltd; South Norfolk; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Keeler Recruitment Ltd is seeking an experienced Payroll Officer to join their team in South Norfolk. You will manage multiple payrolls, ensure accurate processing and handle payroll queries while supporting broader financial reporting and month-end tasks.

The role requires a payroll professional with a keen eye for detail, strong Excel skills and a solid understanding of payroll legislation. A CPP/CIPP qualification is preferred and discretion is essential in handling confidential information.

Qualifications

• Experience processing multiple payrolls concurrently.
• CIPP or equivalent payroll qualification.
• Experience preparing payroll journals and reconciliations.
• Strong understanding of payroll legislation and compliance.
• Advanced Excel skills and familiarity with payroll HR systems.
• Excellent organisation and deadline-driven.
• Strong communication and collaboration.
• Discretion handling confidential information.

Responsibilities

• Process multiple weekly and monthly payrolls accurately and within deadlines.
• Handle payroll queries relating to salaries, annual leave, overtime and expenses.
• Maintain accurate payroll records and ensure compliance with legislation.
• Prepare and post payroll journals.
• Reconcile payroll control accounts and nominal ledger balances.
• Support month-end processes and payroll-related financial reporting.
• Collaborate with Finance and other departments to resolve payroll queries.
• Maintain confidentiality of sensitive employee information.
• Identify opportunities to improve payroll processes and efficiencies.

Job description

Payroll Officer

Location: South Norfolk

Salary: £30,000 - £35,000 per annum (depending on experience)

Contract: Permanent

The Opportunity

Keeler Recruitment is delighted to be supporting an established and growing organisation in South Norfolk with the appointment of an experienced Payroll Officer.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a detail-oriented payroll professional who enjoys working in a busy environment, takes pride in accuracy and is confident managing multiple payrolls.

Working as part of a supportive Finance team, you will play a key role in ensuring payroll is processed accurately and efficiently, while also contributing to wider financial reporting and month-end activities.

The organisation offers a collaborative working environment where attention to detail, initiative and a proactive approach are highly valued.

Key Responsibilities

• Processing multiple weekly and monthly payrolls accurately and within agreed deadlines.
• Managing payroll queries relating to salaries, annual leave, overtime and expenses.
• Maintaining accurate payroll records and ensuring compliance with relevant legislation.
• Preparing and posting payroll journals.
• Reconciling payroll control accounts and nominal ledger balances.
• Supporting month-end processes and payroll-related financial reporting.
• Working closely with colleagues across Finance and other departments to resolve payroll queries.
• Maintaining strict confidentiality when handling sensitive employee information.
• Identifying opportunities to improve payroll processes and efficiencies.

About You

We are looking for an organised, approachable and experienced payroll professional who can confidently manage competing priorities while maintaining excellent attention to detail.

Essential experience and skills:

• Previous experience processing multiple payrolls simultaneously.
• A relevant payroll qualification, such as CIPP, or equivalent practical experience.
• Experience preparing payroll journals and completing reconciliations.
• A good understanding of payroll legislation and compliance requirements.
• Strong Excel skills and experience using payroll and HR systems.
• Excellent organisational skills and the ability to meet deadlines.
• A proactive, methodical approach to problem-solving.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively.
• A high level of discretion when handling confidential information.

Desirable experience:

• Exposure to month-end accounting processes.
• Experience supporting financial reporting and analysis.
• Previous experience working within a busy Finance department.

What's on Offer?

• Competitive salary of £30,000 - £35,000 depending on experience.
• Permanent position within an established and growing organisation.
• Opportunity to develop your experience across payroll and wider finance activities.
• Supportive and collaborative team environment.