Payroll & Benefits Officer position overview

Job title

Payroll & Benefits Officer

My client, a highly successful and fast-growing group, is seeking a Payroll & Benefits Officer to join their team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with 2-3 years’ payroll experience who’s ready to step up into a reputable and progressive business.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end monthly payroll for multiple entities, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Process payroll changes including starters, leavers, promotions, salary reviews, deductions, overtime, statutory leave, sick pay, and payment submissions.
• Reconcile payroll reports, resolve discrepancies, and work with Finance to ensure accurate cost postings.
• Provide payroll and benefits data/reporting to management.
• Administer employee benefits schemes and liaise with providers.
• Act as the main contact for payroll and benefits queries, collaborating with HR, People, and Finance teams.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and automation.

About You

• Professional, confident, and customer-focused, with the ability to stay calm under pressure.
• Clear communicator with strong interpersonal and written skills.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical mindset.
• CPP Level 3 (or equivalent) preferred, though relevant experience will also be considered.

What’s on Offer

• Development opportunities within a growing team.
• Hybrid working and flexible hours.
• 25 days’ annual leave + Bank Holidays (with the option to purchase an extra week).
• Excellent wider benefits package.

Seniority level

• Associate

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Accounting/Auditing

Industries

• Staffing and Recruiting

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