Payroll Specialist (Stand alone)

Confidential; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Generous holiday entitlement

Enhanced pension contributions

Flexible working

Free on-site parking

Performance and development reviews

Training and progression

Wellbeing programme

Community initiatives

Job summary

Your new company in Leeds is seeking a Stand-Alone Payroll Specialist to own payroll end-to-end across weekly and monthly cycles in a hybrid setup (1-2 days in the office). The role requires permanent UK right to work and full end-to-end payroll knowledge across multiple locations and schemes.

You will handle submissions, deductions, year-end tasks, and produce detailed payroll reports while supporting the finance team and engaging with internal and external stakeholders.

Qualifications

• End-to-end payroll experience across weekly and monthly cycles.
• Strong knowledge of PAYE, National Insurance, and pensions.
• Excellent numeracy and attention to detail.
• Advanced Excel skills for data analysis.
• Excellent communication to explain payroll info clearly.
• Flexible and proactive with handling changing priorities.
• Team player willing to support finance objectives.

Responsibilities

• Processing weekly and monthly payrolls from start to finish, ensuring accuracy and compliance at every stage.
• Managing statutory payroll submissions, including EPS filings, within strict deadlines.
• Reviewing and analysing timesheet data to identify discrepancies, trends, and potential issues.
• Administering payroll deductions, including attachment of earnings orders, pensions, and other voluntary deductions.
• Managing new starter and leaver processes, including all associated payroll documentation such as P45s.
• Acting as the first point of contact for payroll-related queries, providing clear and professional guidance on pay, tax, and deductions.
• Supporting year-end payroll activities, including P11 Ds where applicable.
• Producing payroll reports and analysis, including gender pay gap reporting.
• Working closely with internal stakeholders and external organisations to maintain payroll accuracy and compliance.
• Providing additional support to the finance team as required.

Skills

End-to-end payroll

PAYE

National Insurance

Pensions

Advanced Excel

Data analysis

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Adaptability

Team collaboration

Tools

Excel

Job description

Your new company

FULL OR PART TIME (4 DAYS) AVAILABLE
HYBRID WORKING - 1-2 DAYS IN THE OFFICE
TO APPLY FOR THIS VACANCY YOU MUST HAVE PERMANENT UK RTW & FULL END-TO-END PAYROLL KNOWLEDGE

A well-established, nationwide specialist services organisation is looking to recruit a Stand-Alone Payroll Specialist to take ownership of the payroll function. With operations spanning multiple UK locations and a large, diverse workforce, the business delivers complex projects within a highly regulated sector.
Recognised for its inclusive culture, supportive leadership, and commitment to excellence, this is an excellent opportunity to join a stable and growing organisation that genuinely invests in its people and offers long-term development opportunities.

Your new role

As the Stand-Alone Payroll Specialist, you'll play a key role in ensuring the smooth and accurate delivery of payroll services across the business.

• Processing weekly and monthly payrolls from start to finish, ensuring accuracy and compliance at every stage
• Managing statutory payroll submissions, including EPS filings, within strict deadlines
• Reviewing and analysing timesheet data to identify discrepancies, trends, and potential issues
• Administering payroll deductions, including attachment of earnings orders, pensions, and other voluntary deductions.
• Managing new starter and leaver processes, including all associated payroll documentation such as P45s
• Acting as the first point of contact for payroll-related queries, providing clear and professional guidance on pay, tax, and deductions
• Supporting year-end payroll activities, including P11 Ds where applicable
• Producing payroll reports and analysis, including gender pay gap reporting
• Working closely with internal stakeholders and external organisations to maintain payroll accuracy and compliance
• Providing additional support to the finance team as required

What you'll need to succeed

• Proven payroll experience with end-to-end responsibility, ideally across both weekly and monthly payroll cycles
• Strong knowledge of PAYE, National Insurance, pensions, and current payroll legislation
• Exceptional attention to detail and the ability to manage high-volume payroll data accurately
• Advanced Excel skills with confidence in analysing and manipulating data
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to explain payroll information clearly to colleagues at all levels
• A proactive and flexible approach, with the ability to adapt to changing priorities
• A team-focused mindset and willingness to support broader business and finance objectives

What you'll get in return

• Competitive salary with regular annual salary reviews
• Generous holiday entitlement, with additional leave awarded for long service
• Enhanced employer pension contributions
• Flexible working arrangements to support work-life balance
• Free on-site parking
• Regular performance and development reviews
• Ongoing training and genuine career progression opportunities
• Employee wellbeing programme, including access to confidential support services
• Opportunities to get involved in community, fundraising, and charity initiatives