Payroll Specialist - Auditing Experience

Lorien; Remote; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A staffing agency in the United Kingdom is seeking a Payroll Specialist to lead an audit of pensionable pay processes. This critical role requires proven experience in payroll operations and understanding of pensionable pay rules. Successful candidates must possess strong analytical skills and excellent communication abilities. This is a remote position for a 3-week contract starting on 12th January, offering £280 per day. Please apply if interested!

Qualifications

• Proven experience in payroll operations, ideally in a public sector or large-scale environment.
• Strong understanding of pensionable pay rules within occupational pension schemes.
• Knowledge of HMRC payroll regulations and statutory requirements.
• Experience conducting audits or internal reviews.
• High attention to detail and accuracy, with strong analytical skills.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Proficiency with payroll systems and Excel/data analysis tools.

Responsibilities

• Conduct a detailed audit of pensionable pay processes across all employee categories.
• Review payroll records to confirm correct pensionable earnings and contribution calculations.
• Identify inconsistencies, gaps, or non-compliance with pension scheme rules.
• Assess treatment of allowances, bonuses, overtime, and other pay elements in relation to pensionable pay.
• Collaborate with Payroll, HR, and Pensions teams to understand practices and historical context.
• Produce a clear audit report with findings, risk assessments, and actionable recommendations.
• Support implementation of changes to ensure future compliance and best practice.
• Advise on policy updates or controls to strengthen accuracy and transparency.

Skills

Payroll operations experience

Understanding of pensionable pay rules

Knowledge of HMRC regulations

Audit and investigation skills

Attention to detail

Excellent communication skills

Proficiency with payroll systems

Education

Professional qualifications (CIPP or IIA)

Tools

SAP

Job description

• Payroll Specialist - Auditing Exp
• Remote
• 3 week contract - 12th January Start
• Inside of IR35
• £280 per day

We are seeking an experienced Payroll Specialist to lead a comprehensive audit of our pensionable pay processes. This critical role ensures accuracy, compliance, and best practice across our payroll operations, with a focus on pensionable earnings and contributions.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct a detailed audit of pensionable pay processes across all employee categories.
• Review payroll records to confirm correct pensionable earnings and contribution calculations.
• Identify inconsistencies, gaps, or non-compliance with pension scheme rules.
• Assess treatment of allowances, bonuses, overtime, and other pay elements in relation to pensionable pay.
• Collaborate with Payroll, HR, and Pensions teams to understand current practices and historical context.
• Produce a clear, evidence-based audit report with findings, risk assessments, and actionable recommendations.
• Support implementation of changes to ensure future compliance and best practice.
• Advise on policy updates or controls to strengthen accuracy and transparency.

Essential Skills & Experience

• Proven experience in payroll operations, ideally in a public sector or large-scale environment.
• Strong understanding of pensionable pay rules within occupational pension schemes.
• Knowledge of HMRC payroll regulations, pension contributions, and statutory requirements.
• Experience conducting audits, investigations, or internal reviews.
• High attention to detail and accuracy, with strong analytical skills.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Proficiency with payroll systems and Excel/data analysis tools.

Desirable Skills

• Experience working with external auditors or regulatory bodies.
• Familiarity with pensions administration systems or payroll software (eg, SAP).
• Professional qualifications such as CIPP (Payroll) or IIA (Internal Auditing).

If you are available and interested, please apply today!

Guidant, Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.