Payroll Officer in London, Greater London

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the full end-to-end monthly payroll processes
• Calculate, verify, and process variable pay
• Process starters, leavers, salary changes, overtime, and statutory payments (SSP, SMP, SPP).
• Administer auto-enrolment workplace pensions and handle statutory deductions (PAYE, National Insurance, student loans, and attachment of earnings).
• Submit Real Time Information (RTI) to HMRC on time and manage year-end reporting, including P60s and P11Ds.
• Act as the first point of contact for all payroll-related queries from branch managers and staff, resolving discrepancies promptly.
• Reconcile payroll control accounts and work closely with the HR and accounts teams to ensure data accuracy.

What We Are Looking For

• Proven experience working in a similar Payroll Officer or Payroll Administrator role.
• Strong knowledge of UK payroll legislation, HMRC regulations, and auto-enrolment pensions.
• High level of accuracy, numerical ability, and exceptional attention to detail.
• Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with complete discretion.
• A CIPP qualification (or working towards one) is desirable, though not essential.

What's in it for You?

• True Hybrid Flexibility: Work from home 3 days a week, with a collaborative office space for the rest.
• Pension
• Generous Holiday Allowance:
• Health & Wellbeing: Private medical insurance, dental cover, and an employee assistance program.

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