Payroll Specialist

hays-gcj-v4-pd-online; Colchester; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Temporary Senior Payroll Specialist to manage high-volume payroll for their client in Colchester. Candidates should have proven experience in payroll management and be ready for an immediate start to thrive in a fast-paced environment. This role offers full-time, on-site work for up to three months, focusing on compliance with UK payroll legislation.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in managing payroll for 2000 employees.
• Strong understanding of compliance with UK payroll legislation.
• Own transport preferred due to location.

Responsibilities

• Process weekly payroll for approximately 2000 hourly-paid employees.
• Manage end-to-end payroll duties, including compliance.
• Generate payroll reports as required.

Skills

Experience in senior payroll position

Understanding of UK payroll legislation

Ability to manage high-volume payrolls

Tools

Sonar payroll software

Job description

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Job Title:

Temporary Senior Payroll Specialist

Location:

Colchester, Essex

Job Type:

Temporary (Up to 3 Months)

Start Date:

Immediate

Salary:

Competitive – please state your salary expectations on your CV

Job Summary

We are currently seeking an experienced Senior Payroll Specialist for an established client based in Colchester.

This is an immediate start opportunity, ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and has experience managing high-volume payrolls.

Key Responsibilities

• Process weekly payroll for approximately 2,000 hourly-paid employees
• Manage end-to-end payroll duties including starters, leavers, and adjustments
• Ensure compliance with UK payroll legislation
• Handle payroll queries and liaise with internal departments
• Administer statutory payments (SSP, SMP, etc.)
• Generate payroll reports as required

Requirements

• Proven experience in a senior payroll position
• Strong understanding of UK payroll legislation
• Ability to manage high-volume, weekly payrolls from employees working on an hourly basis
• Experience using Sonar payroll software is advantageous but not essential
• Own transport is essential due to the location (not accessible by public transport)

Additional Information

• Contract Length: Up to 3 months
• Working Hours: Full-time, Monday to Friday
• Location: On-site in Colchester

If you’re a confident payroll professional ready to make an immediate impact, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now and include your salary expectations on your CV.

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