UK Payroll Specialist (Accountant)

Veracity Group; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Veracity Group is seeking a detail-oriented UK Payroll Specialist to manage payroll operations in compliance with UK legislation. Responsibilities include end-to-end payroll processing, compliance with HMRC regulations, and collaboration with HR and finance teams.

The ideal candidate must have proven payroll experience, strong knowledge of PAYE and pension schemes, and proficiency in payroll software. This role requires excellent analytical skills and the ability to manage confidential information effectively.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in UK payroll administration and finance.
• Strong knowledge of PAYE, NI, statutory payments, and pension auto-enrolment.
• Proficiency in payroll software and Microsoft Excel.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Strong attention to detail and confidentiality.
• Effective communication skills to liaise with internal teams and external stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end UK payroll processing, including calculations and deductions.
• Ensure compliance with HMRC regulations and employment law.
• Reconcile payroll accounts and resolve discrepancies.
• Collaborate with HR and finance for accurate employee records.
• Prepare payroll reports for management and audits.
• Provide guidance on payroll-related queries.

Skills

UK payroll administration

PAYE knowledge

National Insurance knowledge

Statutory payments knowledge

Pension auto-enrolment

Payroll software proficiency

Microsoft Excel

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Effective communication

Education

Partly Professional qualification in finance

Job description

About the job UK Payroll Specialist (Accountant)

Position Overview

We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Finance Professional with strong expertise in UK payroll processes. The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing payroll operations, ensuring compliance with UK legislation

Key Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end UK payroll processing, including calculations, deductions, and statutory reporting.
• Ensure compliance with HMRC regulations, pension schemes, and employment law.
• Reconcile payroll accounts and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner.
• Collaborate with HR and finance teams to maintain accurate employee records.
• Prepare payroll reports for management and support audits when required.
• Provide guidance on payroll-related queries and support continuous process improvements.

Qualifications & Skills

• Proven experience in UK payroll administration and finance.
• Strong knowledge of PAYE, NI, statutory payments, and pension auto-enrolment.
• Proficiency in payroll software and Microsoft Excel.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage confidential information.
• Effective communication skills to liaise with internal teams and external stakeholders.

Preferred Background

• Partly Professional qualified in related field
• Familiarity with UK employment legislation and HMRC reporting requirements.