Payroll Specilaist

Oakleaf Partnership; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A prominent recruitment agency is seeking a Payroll Specialist for a 3-month contract in Greater London. The role involves managing end-to-end payroll for around 250 employees, requiring strong payroll expertise and time management. You'll ensure compliance with regulations and lead payroll system improvements while working in a hybrid environment with three days at the London office. Candidates must have 3-5 years of payroll experience and possess excellent communication skills. This is an opportunity to support a dynamic healthcare company in an evolving environment.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in payroll processing.
• Strong knowledge of payroll compliance and regulations.
• Ability to manage workload in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage end to end payroll processing for 250 employees.
• Perform manual payroll calculations and adjustments.
• Ensure compliance with all payroll regulations and policies.
• Lead payroll system improvements and process changes.

Skills

Payroll management

ADP Payroll knowledge

Time management

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Job description

Overview

Payroll Specialist – 3 month day rate – Hybrid – up to £175 per day

Oakleaf Partnership is delighted to be exclusively partnered with a healthcare company, looking for a Payroll Specialist, on a 3 month basis. The detail oriented Payroll Specialist will take full ownership of payroll operations, responsible for managing end to end payroll for approximately 250 employees, including bi-weekly and monthly pay runs. The position requires strong technical payroll knowledge, excellent time management skills, and the ability to work confidently and independently in a fast-paced environment. This role is on a hybrid basis consisting of 3 days in their London office.

Responsibilities

• Manage end to end payroll processing for bi-weekly and monthly pay, for 250 employees.
• Perform manual payroll calculations when required, including adjustments, corrections, and complex scenarios.
• Process overtime, allowances, deductions, and leave in compliance with company policies and healthcare sector requirements.
• Prepare and post payroll journals and reconcile payroll-related general ledger accounts.
• Ensure accuracy in employee data, new starters, terminations, and contract changes.
• Lead and support change management activities related to payroll system updates, process improvements, and organizational changes.
• Maintain compliance with all relevant legislation, awards, EBAs, and regulatory requirements.
• Act as the primary point of contact for payroll queries, providing timely and professional support to employees and managers.
• Produce payroll reports for finance, HR, and management as needed.

Key Skills

• Min 3-5 years of experience working within Payroll
• ADP Payroll would be beneficial
• Ability to effectively manage personal workload, including understanding priorities, delivering to tight timelines and managing customer expectations.
• Able to work in a complex structure, fast-paced environment that constantly evolves and has a can do attitude
• Analytically driven and responsible for creating innovative solutions to support the business
• Highly organised, able to work to tight deadlines, and comfortable in a fast paced environment
• Excellent communication skills

If you are interested in discussing this position in greater detail, please apply now!