Full job descriptionPayroll SpecialistSalary: £35,000
Location: Manchester




An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced payroll professional to join a growing organisation in a general payroll position. This role is ideal for someone with strong payroll knowledge, excellent attention to detail, and a commitment to delivering an accurate and efficient payroll service. Working as part of a supportive team, you will ensure employees are paid accurately and on time while providing excellent service to internal and external stakeholders.This is a great opportunity to develop your payroll career in a collaborative environment where accuracy, teamwork, and customer service are highly valued.
What you’ll doAs a Payroll Specialist, you will be responsible for delivering accurate payroll processing while ensuring compliance with UK payroll legislation and company policies.
Key responsibilities include:
*Processing payroll accurately and within agreed deadlines.
*Maintaining employee payroll records and ensuring data accuracy.
*Calculating statutory payments, deductions, pensions, overtime, bonuses, and payroll adjustments.
*Processing new starters, leavers, salary changes, and other employee updates.
*Ensuring compliance with HMRC requirements, pension regulations, and company procedures.
*Reconciling payroll data and resolving discrepancies.
*Responding to payroll-related queries from employees and managers in a professional and timely manner.
*Supporting month-end and year-end payroll activities, reporting, and audits.
*Working closely with HR and Finance to ensure payroll information is accurate.
*Identifying opportunities to improve payroll processes and efficiency.
What you’ll bringTo be successful, you will have previous payroll experience and a solid understanding of payroll processes and UK legislation. You will be highly organised, detail-focused, and able to manage competing priorities while maintaining accuracy.
You will ideally have:
*Previous experience working in payroll.
*Good knowledge of UK payroll legislation, tax, National Insurance, pensions, and statutory payments.
*Experience using payroll systems and Microsoft Excel.
*Excellent attention to detail and strong numerical skills.
*The ability to work to deadlines and manage multiple priorities.
*Strong communication and customer service skills.
*A proactive approach with excellent problem-solving abilities.
A payroll qualification, such as CIPP, would be beneficial but is not essential.
About the companyThis organisation is committed to creating a supportive and inclusive working environment where employees are encouraged to develop their skills and build rewarding careers. With a strong focus on collaboration, continuous improvement, and professional development, the business values individuals who take pride in delivering a high-quality payroll service.
If you are an organised payroll professional looking for your next opportunity within a supportive and growing organisation, we’d love to hear from you.
Robert Walters Operations Limited is an employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates