Payroll Specialist in Leicester, Leicestershire

Payroll Specialist - Contract | £25-£30 per hour

Location: On-site Leicester
Duration: 6-9 months
Pay rate: £20-£23 per hour PAYE OR £30 per hour Umbrella Assignment depending on experience

CBSbutler is recruiting a Payroll Analyst to support UK and Ireland payroll operations for an established global business.

You'll help deliver accurate, timely payroll, resolve employee queries and work closely with HR, Finance and external payroll provider ADP.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare and validate payroll data, including starters, leavers, salary changes, deductions and benefits.

• Check payroll calculations and investigate discrepancies.

• Review gross-to-net reports, payroll summaries and reconciliations.

• Prepare statutory reports and support payroll audits.

• Respond to employee and manager queries about pay and benefits.

• Work with ADP, HR and Finance to resolve processing issues.

• Support payroll process improvements and maintain accurate, confidential records.

What we're looking for

• Previous payroll processing experience and a strong understanding of relevant payroll legislation and statutory requirements.

• Experience using SAP and/or ADP.

• Good Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel.

• Confidence reconciling payroll data and supporting reporting and audits.

• Strong attention to detail, organisation and the ability to meet deadlines.

• A relevant payroll, accounting, finance or HR qualification, or equivalent practical experience.

Experience within a multinational business or shared service environment would be advantageous, alongside familiarity with HR and time and attendance systems.

Interested? Send your CV with your availability and hourly pay expectations.