Temporary Payroll Specialist

Office Angels Limited; Leeds; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Office Angels Limited is seeking a Temporary Payroll Specialist to manage end-to-end payroll for 4,000+ employees on a rolling basis. The role is fully on-site in LS12, with a 9am-5pm schedule and a pay rate up to £16.41 per hour, depending on experience.

You will ensure HMRC compliance, administer benefits and P11D reporting, and work closely with HR to onboard and manage leavers. Ideal candidates will have payroll software experience, strong Excel skills, and a proven ability to maintain

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing payroll in a high-volume environment.
• Strong understanding of payroll legislation, tax codes & P11D reporting.
• Confident using payroll software and proficient in MS Excel.
• Excellent accuracy and attention to detail.
• Strong organisational skills and ability to manage deadlines.
• Great communication and problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end payroll for 4,000+ employees (weekly & monthly).
• Ensure compliance with HMRC regulations, statutory deductions & company policies.
• Administer taxable benefits and support accurate P11D reporting.
• Oversee salary sacrifice schemes, ensuring correct deductions.
• Maintain and update payroll & HR system records with precision.
• Produce payroll reports for HR and Finance teams.
• Handle employee payroll queries professionally and efficiently.
• Work with HR on smooth onboarding and leaver processes.
• Stay updated on payroll legislation changes and implement adjustments.
• Support internal and external audits with accurate documentation.

Skills

Payroll knowledge

Attention to detail

Time management

Communication

Tools

Payroll software

MS Excel

Job description

Temporary Payroll Specialist

Contract Type: Temporary

Start Date: ASAP

Duration: Until April (Perm potential)

Hours: 9am-5pm - 30 min unpaid break

Location: LS12 - fully on site

Pay Rate: Up to £16.41 per hour - dependent on experience

Key Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end payroll for 4,000+ employees (weekly & monthly).
• Ensure compliance with HMRC regulations, statutory deductions & company policies.
• Administer taxable benefits and support accurate P11D reporting.
• Oversee salary sacrifice schemes, ensuring correct deductions.
• Maintain and update payroll & HR system records with precision.
• Produce payroll reports for HR and Finance teams.
• Handle employee payroll queries professionally and efficiently.
• Work with HR on smooth onboarding and leaver processes.
• Stay updated on payroll legislation changes and implement adjustments.
• Support internal and external audits with accurate documentation.

Experience & Skills Required

• Proven experience managing payroll in a high-volume environment.
• Strong understanding of payroll legislation, tax codes & P11D reporting.
• Confident using payroll software & proficient in MS Excel.
• Excellent accuracy and attention to detail.
• Strong organisational skills and ability to manage deadlines.
• Great communication and problem-solving abilities.

Closing Date: Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, so early submission is encouraged.

Office Angels acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers.

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