We have partnered with a global leading food business that is looking for a detail-oriented Payroll and Finance Specialist to support their UKandI Finance Team in a busy manufacturing environment. This is a 12 mointh FTC You''ll play a key role in ensuring accurate and compliant payroll operations while also supporting wider financial activities. As the business transitions from a paper-based system to a digital Time and Attendance platform, your expertise will help guide the change. On Offer Salary will be circa 40K to 45K 25 days holiday + bank holidays Private medical insurance (post-probation) Dynamic, collaborative, and international work environment A company culture driven by entrepreneurship, inclusion, and purpose Key Responsibilities Payroll Processing: Process and verify monthly payroll data in collaboration with HR and our outsourced provider. Submit returns to HMRC, pension providers, and ensure statutory compliance. Calculate sick pay, holiday pay, benefits-in-kind, EV salary sacrifices, etc. Respond to employee payroll queries and maintain confidentiality. Finance Operations Reconcile payroll and bank accounts monthly. Support financial close processes (month-end/year-end). Assist with capital project and intercompany payroll reporting. Maintain payroll control accounts and assist with manpower budgeting. Compliance and Reporting Ensure adherence to payroll legislation and data protection laws. Submit RTI and pension contributions. Manage payroll ..... full job details .....