UK Payroll Specialist

CloudPay, Inc.; Test Valley; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A payroll solutions provider in the UK is seeking a Payroll Specialist. The role involves processing multiple payrolls accurately and supporting Payroll Associates. Ideal candidates should have sound knowledge of UK payroll processing and strong organizational skills. In a client-focused environment, you will address payroll queries and contribute to continuous process improvements. Benefits include competitive salary, private medical insurance, and additional perks.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Competitive vacation allowance

Calm app

WFH Allowance

Life Assurance

Private Medical Insurance

Cycle to Work Scheme

EAP

Eye Tests & Glasses Contribution

Simplyhealth Enhanced Health Plan

Pension Scheme

Give-As-You-Earn (GAYE)

Employee Referral Program

Paid Volunteering days

Marriage Leave

Bereavement Leave

Vacation Purchase Plan

Qualifications

• Sound knowledge of UK end-to-end payroll processing.
• Competence in using Microsoft Office tools effectively.
• Strong attention to detail for accurate payroll production.

Responsibilities

• Process multiple UK payrolls accurately and on time.
• Support Payroll Associates with expertise when needed.
• Validate payroll data for accuracy before processing.
• Correct payroll discrepancies prior to final processing.
• Address payroll queries from internal teams and clients.

Skills

UK payroll processing knowledge

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Tools

Microsoft Word

Email platforms

Job description

multi-national clients operating in the UK, while also supporting Payroll Associates and contributing to continuous process improvements. You'll work collaboratively across teams to ensure all data is accurate and delivered on time, resolve queries efficiently, and help maintain CloudPay's high standards of payroll excellence.

This is a great opportunity to strengthen your payroll skills in a fast-paced, supportive, and client-focused environment.

Responsibilities

• Process multiple UK payrolls accurately, on time, and in line with client and statutory requirements.
• Provide support and subject matter expertise to Payroll Associates as needed.
• Review and validate payroll input and output data to ensure accuracy.
• Investigate discrepancies and correct payroll errors before final processing.
• Respond to payroll queries from internal teams and clients via ticketing and email systems.
• Identify opportunities to improve existing payroll processes and contribute to solution development.
• Act as backup to senior payroll team members during their absence to ensure continuity of service.

Qualifications

• Sound knowledge of UK end-to-end payroll processing, including statutory regulations and reporting.
• Proficiency with business tools such as Microsoft Excel, Word, and email platforms.
• Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to meet tight deadlines.
• Attention to detail and commitment to delivering accurate, timely payrolls.
• Comfortable prioritizing multiple payrolls and managing workload effectively.
• Confident communicator, capable of building relationships with clients and colleagues.
• Previous experience in a payroll bureau environment is beneficial but not essential.

About You

Taking ownership, working with integrity and respect. Being a team player is key to our culture. Solution and customer focused. Great initiative with the goal for excellence in achieving results. Dedicated to developing and always looking for continuous improvements. Be creative, be committed, be engaged and enjoy what you do.

Package and Benefits

• Competitive Salary
• Competitive vacation allowance
• Calm app
• WFH Allowance
• Life Assurance
• Private Medical Insurance
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• EAP
• Eye Tests & Glasses Contribution
• Simplyhealth Enhanced Health Plan
• Pension Scheme
• Give-As-You-Earn (GAYE)
• Employee Referral Program
• CloudPay NOW Paid Volunteering days
• Marriage Leave
• Bereavement Leave
• Vacation Purchase Plan

CloudPay is committed to being an equal opportunities employer.