Payroll Specialist – Multi-Entity & Compliance

Confidential; Belfast City District; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Confidential is seeking a Payroll Officer to manage high-volume weekly and monthly payrolls across multiple entities, ensuring accuracy and on-time payments. You will work closely with HR and finance, staying compliant with current legislation and company procedures.

The role requires a minimum of 2 years’ payroll experience, strong Excel/IT skills, and the ability to handle multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 2+ years' payroll experience in a medium to large organisation.
• Strong knowledge of payroll legislation, compliance and pensions.
• Experience with payroll, HR and Time & Attendance systems.
• Excellent Excel and IT skills.
• Organised, professional and confidential approach.
• Excellent communication and collaboration across teams.

Responsibilities

• Process weekly and monthly payrolls across multiple entities.
• Administer statutory payments (SSP, SMP, SPP) and deductions including pensions.
• Maintain Time & Attendance records and absence/leave schedules.
• Respond to payroll queries and provide timely resolutions.
• Produce payroll reports for reconciliations and external stakeholders.
• Support pension administration and auto-enrolment.
• Liaise with payroll providers, auditors and benefit providers.
• Assist with year-end activities and salary reviews.
• Contribute to payroll process improvements and SOPs.

Skills

Excel

IT skills

Time & Attendance

Payroll knowledge

Communication

Organisational skills

Team collaboration

Tools

Payroll software

Workflow platforms

HRIS/HR software

Job description

Confidential is seeking a Payroll Officer to manage high-volume weekly and monthly payrolls across multiple entities, ensuring accuracy and on-time payments. You will work closely with HR and finance, staying compliant with current legislation and company procedures.

The role requires a minimum of 2 years’ payroll experience, strong Excel/IT skills, and the ability to handle multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment.