Standalone Payroll Officer

Payroll Officer
Location: Liverpool City Centre area
Salary: £35,000 - £40,000
Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time

Overview:
Adaptable Recruitment is partnering with a well-established business to recruit a Payroll Officer to oversee the end-to-end payroll process. This role requires strong attention to detail, the ability to manage deadlines effectively, and a high level of autonomy. Reporting directly to the Financial Controller, the successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring accurate payroll operations and compliance with relevant regulations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Process and verify employee hours, liaising with managers to address discrepancies.
• Collaborate with HR to confirm absence records and other payroll-related data.
• Prepare and input payroll data into the system, ensuring accuracy and efficiency.
• Conduct payroll processing, checking outputs against manual calculations for accuracy.
• Maintain up-to-date employee records in coordination with HR.
• Generate payment reports and assist with bank transfer reconciliation.
• Submit payroll information to HMRC in line with RTI requirements.
• Handle employee queries related to wages, tax deductions, and other payroll matters.
• Manage pension contributions and liaise with the scheme provider.
• Monitor and update employee benefits, including medical schemes.
• Support the improvement of payroll processes, such as salary sacrifice schemes and shift pay structures.
• Foster strong relationships with internal teams and external stakeholders.

Key Skills & Experience:

• Excellent numerical and analytical skills with great attention to detail.
• Strong understanding of payroll software and procedures within a standalone role essential
• Proven ability to meet strict deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Confidentiality and discretion in handling sensitive payroll data.
• Proficient in IT systems, particularly payroll and accounting software.
• Effective communication skills for liaising with employees, management, and external agencies.
• Ability to remain composed under pressure and manage multiple tasks.

Desirable:

• Experience with remuneration schemes and payroll incentives.
• CIPP qualification or similar payroll-related certification.

For more information contact Nichola Watson at Adaptable Recruitment