Payroll Advisor

Payroll Advisor
Location: Warrington (Hybrid - 2 days remote)
Salary: Up to £33,000
Type: Full-time, Permanent
Holiday Entitlement: 25 days plus bank holidays

The Opportunity
A well-established industrial services organisation is seeking an experienced Payroll Advisor to join its busy and fast-paced payroll team. This is an excellent opportunity for a payroll professional with a background in high-volume, multi-site environments who is confident about managing end-to-end payroll processes and enjoys working collaboratively.
Key Responsibilities

• Process weekly payroll from start to finish across multiple sites
• Ensure compliance with national agreements and statutory requirements
• Manage payroll actions for new starters and leavers, including termination payments
• Calculate and administer statutory and occupational payments (SMP, SPP, SSP, etc.)
• Handle redundancy calculations and payments
• Respond to payroll queries professionally and promptly
• Liaise with internal departments to ensure accurate and timely payroll delivery
• Produce payroll reports for internal stakeholders
• Maintain accurate payroll records and documentation
• Keep up to date with payroll and pension legislation
• Communicate with third parties such as HMRC, pension providers, and courts
• Adhere to and promote internal payroll policies and procedures

Candidate Profile

• Minimum 2 years' experience in a payroll role within a multi-site or complex contractual environment
• Strong understanding of payroll and pension legislation, including HMRC reporting requirements
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel (intermediate level)
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills
• Strong communication and interpersonal abilities
• A recognised CIPP qualification is desirable but not essential.

Benefits

• Competitive salary up to £33,000
• Hybrid working model (2 days remote per week)
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Supportive team culture and opportunities for professional development

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