Payroll Officer

Sheridan Maine London; Wareham; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 45,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working hours

3–4 days per week

Fixed-term maternity cover

Job summary

Sheridan Maine is delighted to be working with an established Dorset-based business to recruit an experienced Payroll Officer to join their finance team on a fixed-term maternity cover.

The successful candidate will take ownership of the monthly UK payroll, ensuring compliance with current legislation, while also supporting CIS administration and broader finance tasks. Flexible working hours across 3–4 days per week are offered, with a proactive and detail-oriented approach highly valued.

Qualifications

• Exposure to full UK payroll processing.
• Understanding of payroll legislation and HMRC requirements.
• Experience with CIS administration.
• Sage 50 or similar system experience.
• Attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Take responsibility for the accurate and timely processing of the monthly payroll, ensuring compliance with current legislation.
• Manage PAYE, National Insurance, pension contributions and statutory payments, including SSP and SMP.
• Oversee CIS administration, including subcontractor payments, verification and monthly returns.
• Prepare payroll and contractor payment files and coordinate weekly payment runs.
• Complete payroll-related journals, reconciliations and month-end accounting entries.
• Manage employee expenses, company card transactions and petty cash.
• Prepare year-end payroll documentation, including P60s and P11Ds.
• Liaise with HMRC and respond to payroll queries from employees and external contacts.
• Assist with purchase ledger duties and provide support to the wider finance team when required.

Job description

Sheridan Maine is delighted to be working with an established Dorset-based business to recruit an experienced Payroll Officer to join their finance team on a fixed-term contract to cover maternity leave.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a confident payroll professional who enjoys taking ownership of the payroll function whilst also getting involved in wider finance activities.

The business offers flexibility around working hours and will consider both full-time applicants and those looking for part-time hours across 3 or 4 days per week.

Key Responsibilities

• Take responsibility for the accurate and timely processing of the monthly payroll, ensuring compliance with current legislation.
• Manage PAYE, National Insurance, pension contributions and statutory payments, including SSP and SMP.
• Oversee CIS administration, including subcontractor payments, verification and monthly returns.
• Prepare payroll and contractor payment files and coordinate weekly payment runs.
• Complete payroll-related journals, reconciliations and month-end accounting entries.
• Manage employee expenses, company card transactions and petty cash.
• Prepare year-end payroll documentation, including P60s and P11Ds.
• Liaise with HMRC and respond to payroll queries from employees and external contacts.
• Assist with purchase ledger duties and provide support to the wider finance team when required.

The Successful Candidate

• Previous experience managing the full UK payroll process independently.
• A good understanding of payroll legislation, statutory deductions and HMRC requirements.
• Practical experience of CIS administration and subcontractor payments.
• Ideally CIPP or AAT Level 3 qualified, although candidates with strong relevant experience will also be considered.
• Experience using Sage 50 or a similar accounting/payroll system.
• Comfortable preparing journals and carrying out reconciliations.
• Excellent attention to detail, strong organisational skills and the ability to work to deadlines.
• A proactive, approachable and flexible attitude, with the confidence to manage payroll queries effectively.

What's on Offer?

• Flexible working hours, with full-time and part-time options available.
• The opportunity to take ownership of a varied payroll position within a supportive finance team.
• A fixed-term opportunity with an established Dorset employer.

If you're an experienced Payroll Officer looking for your next opportunity and would welcome a role offering flexibility alongside a varied workload, we'd love to hear from you.

Applicants must be eligible to work in the UK full-time without restriction.

Due to the volume of applications received, we may not be able to respond to every applicant. If you haven't heard from us within five working days, please assume your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.