Payroll Specialist

FACT3; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading payroll services provider in Manchester is looking for an experienced Payroll Specialist to join their numbers team. The ideal candidate should have at least 3 years of UK payroll experience, strong knowledge of payroll software, and be adept at managing multiple payroll cycles. This permanent, hybrid role offers a competitive salary and a range of benefits including 33 days holiday and family-friendly policies.

Benefits

33 Days Holiday

Birthday Day Off

Group Life Assurance

Company Sick Pay Scheme

Cycle to Work Scheme

Qualifications

• At least 3 years’ experience in UK Payroll.
• Proven ability to manage payroll cycles and handle confidential data.
• Strong knowledge of payroll software and UK regulations.

Responsibilities

• Manage payroll for a diverse range of clients.
• Ensure accuracy and compliance with UK payroll laws.
• Provide insights and improvements for payroll processes.

Skills

Minimum 3 years’ experience in UK Payroll

Proven track record managing multiple payroll cycles

Strong working knowledge of Sage Payroll

Good understanding of UK employment law

Strong communication skills

Tools

Sage Payroll

Job description

Job Title: Payroll Specialist

Location: Manchester

Salary: Competitive Salary Dependent on Experience + Profit Share Annual Bonus

Job Type: Permanent, Full Time. Hybrid working role.

FACT3 support SMEs with their Numbers, People and Systems. We create customised solutions which combine onsite and remote support, flexed to a business’s needs. Co-Sourcing gives immediate access to basic-to-board expertise across the 3 business critical pillars of Numbers, People and Systems.

Our Personality:

• Switched on, tuned in: From basics to board, our people are commercially minded and highly focused on taking businesses to the next level.
• The Extra Mile, we’ll run it willingly. We think smart, roll our sleeves up and get the job done
• Straight up, straight talking: We bring passion, honesty and integrity; our people speak openly about the ideas they think will assist our clients.
• Our greatest asset? Our People - without them, none of this would be possible.
• Keeping it real: FACT3 means real people working with businesses, making a real difference.
• We are proud of our heritage and People, after two decades of supporting and empowering 100s of businesses, it’s hard not to be.

Role Overview:

We are seeking an experienced payroll specialist with at least 3 years’ experience, in either practice or industry, to join our growing numbers team.

Our clients are ambitious SME’s, of all shapes and sizes, in a broad range of industry sectors and at different stages in their business journey, from start up to established.

We don’t see payroll as “just a task” - we see it as a critical service to our team. You’ll be valued, trusted, and empowered to bring best practice, innovation, and ownership. If that sounds like the kind of opportunity you’d thrive in, we’d love to hear from you.

Abilities, Skills and Experience:

The Essentials;

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in UK Payroll
• Proven track record managing multiple payroll cycles and dealing with complexities and secure handling of confidential data
• Strong working knowledge of payroll software, Sage Payroll.
• Familiarity with pension schemes, employee benefits, payroll accounting
• Good understanding of UK employment law, payroll & tax regulations
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal

The Desirables;

• Track record of working with SME’s
• Time management and organisation skills
• Attention to detail
• Self‑motivated
• Likes to work independently and as part of a team

Total Rewards:

• 33 Days Holiday
• Birthday Day Off
• Group Life Assurance
• FactBe Wellness
• Enhanced Family Friendly
• Company Sick Pay Scheme
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Career Milestone Rewards
• FACT3 Socials

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Candidates with the relevant experience or job titles of: Payroll Administrator, Payroll Clerk, Payroll Coordinator, Payroll Admin, and Payroll Officer, may also be considered for this role.