Payroll Specialist

Morgan McKinley (South West); Devon and Torbay; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable legal firm in England is seeking an experienced Payroll Specialist to take ownership of the payroll process. The successful candidate will manage payroll operations, ensure compliance with regulations, and collaborate with HR. This role presents a great opportunity for those looking to shape payroll processes and comes with a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Private medical insurance

Company-wide bonus

Income protection

Cashback schemes

Buy & sell holiday schemes

Qualifications

• Experience of Payroll processing & knowledge of payroll regulations.
• Ability to calculate & analyse data.
• Attention to detail and ability to identify errors/discrepancies.
• Experience with payroll systems & proficient in Excel.

Responsibilities

• Processing of employee & partner payroll schemes.
• Ensuring timely remittance of payments to PAYE/Pensions & more.
• Maintaining accurate payroll records.
• Handling employee queries.
• Processing & posting of Payroll journals.
• Liaising with organisations such as payroll providers.
• Collaborating with HR to improve payroll processes.

Skills

Payroll processing

Knowledge of payroll regulations

Data analysis

Attention to detail

Proficiency in Excel

Job description

Are you an experienced Payroll Specialist looking to take real ownership of your work? Morgan Mckinley is recruiting for a rapidly growing, reputable legal firm for a Payroll Specialist on a permanent basis. This role is standalone and would be a great opportunity for someone who wants to own the payroll process, bringing fresh ideas to the table and shaping processes how they see fit.

This role will report directly into the Financial Controller and will support the finance team with maintaining the accounting system & records of the firm. You will be responsible for ensuring payroll related payments and reports are delivered with accuracy & promoting best practice where possible. You will also work closely with HR & benefits.

Responsibilities:

• Processing of employee & partner payroll schemes
• Ensuring timely remittance of payments to PAYE/Pensions & more.
• Maintaining accurate payroll records
• Handling employee queries
• Processing & posting of Payroll journals
• Liaising with organisations such as payroll providers
• Collaborating with HR to improve payroll processes

What are we looking for?

• Experience of Payroll processing & knowledge of payroll regulations
• Ability to calculate & analyse data
• Attention to detail and ability to identify errors/discrepancies
• Experience with payroll systems & proficient in Excel

If this sounds like the role for you, please apply and we will be in touch to discuss your application. On offer for the successful applicant is a comprehensive range of employee benefits such as Private medical insurance, company wide bonus, income protection, cashback schemes, buy & sell holiday schemes & many more.