Workday Payroll Specialist - 6 Month Contract

Howdens; Howden; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Howdens Joinery is seeking a Payroll Administrator with Workday experience to join our Payroll team in the UK. Based within a busy function, you will process payroll transactions, resolve queries, and maintain high service standards for colleagues across the business.

This is a 6 month fixed term contract. The role requires hands-on Workday payroll administration, strong data accuracy, and the ability to deliver timely payroll processing in line with current legislation.

Qualifications

• Previous payroll administration experience within Workday.
• Good understanding of payroll procedures and HMRC legislation.
• Strong attention to detail with a commitment to accuracy.
• Excellent organisational and prioritisation skills.
• Confident using Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to build effective working relationships at all levels.
• Proactive approach to problem solving and continuous improvement.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Experience in a retail/manufacturing or fast-paced environment desirable.

Responsibilities

• Processing payroll changes including starters, leavers, salary amendments, allowances and deductions within Workday.
• Administering statutory payments and deductions, including SSP, SMP, PAYE and National Insurance.
• Processing tax code changes and relevant payroll documentation.
• Generating, checking and processing weekly timesheets.
• Performing payroll audits and checks to ensure payroll data is accurate and compliant.
• Supporting payroll year-end activities and assisting with audit requirements when required.
• Investigating and resolving payroll queries from employees and stakeholders across the business.
• Identifying and resolving issues that could impact the accurate and timely delivery of payroll.
• Working closely with colleagues across Payroll, HR and the wider business to provide an excellent customer experience.
• Keeping up to date with payroll legislation and best practice.

Skills

Payroll administration

Workday

Attention to detail

Organisation

Excel

Communication

Problem solving

Deadline-driven

Tools

Workday

Excel

Job description

Howdens Joinery is seeking a Payroll Administrator with Workday experience to join our Payroll team in the UK. Based within a busy function, you will process payroll transactions, resolve queries, and maintain high service standards for colleagues across the business.

This is a 6 month fixed term contract. The role requires hands-on Workday payroll administration, strong data accuracy, and the ability to deliver timely payroll processing in line with current legislation.