Payroll & Benefits senior specialist

Your new company

A well-established and friendly organisation operating within a complex, fast-paced environment. The company prides itself on delivering high-quality services and maintaining strong operational and financial standards, with payroll playing a key role in supporting its workforce. This leading organisation is based in Liverpool, and is looking for a full-time, permanent payroll & benefits specialist.

Your new role

As a Payroll Specialist, you will be responsible for delivering accurate, end-to-end payroll processing across a weekly/monthly cycle. You will manage the full payroll life cycle, including data collation, payroll calculations, reconciliations, and payment processing, ensuring all activities are completed in line with strict deadlines.
You will work closely with internal stakeholders and external providers, handling payroll queries, maintaining employee records, and ensuring compliance with all statutory regulations. The role will also involve supporting process improvements, reporting, and maintaining strong data integrity across payroll systems.

What you'll need to succeed

• Proven experience in end-to-end payroll processing within a high-volume environment
• Strong knowledge of HMRC regulations, RTI submissions, and statutory payments
• Experience with payroll systems and strong Excel skills
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines and work autonomously
• Strong communication skills with the ability to handle payroll queries effectively

What you'll get in return

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Opportunity to work within a supportive and collaborative team
• Exposure to a fast-paced, complex payroll environment
• Potential for professional development and career progression
• Flexible working arrangements (where applicable)

What you need to do now

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