Payroll Officer

Location: Hybrid We are seeking an experienced, organised and detail-oriented Payroll Officer. The successful candidate will be responsible for processing payroll, maintaining employee records, ensuring compliance with statutory requirements and providing a high standard of customer service to employees and managers. Key Responsibilities: Process monthly payroll accurately and within agreed deadlinesManage payroll changes, including new starters, leavers, salary amendments, contractual changes and employee deductions.Calculate and process statutory payments, including SSP, SMP, SPP and other relevant statutory entitlements.Ensure payroll information is accurate, complete and compliant with HMRC regulations.Process pension contributions and ensure compliance with pension scheme requirements and auto-enrolment legislation.Maintain accurate employee payroll records and ensure confidentiality in accordance with GDPR.Investigate and resolve payroll queries from employees, managers and external stakeholders.Complete payroll reconciliations and identify and resolve discrepancies.Support the processing of overtime, additional hours, allowances and other variable payments.Prepare and submit payroll information, including RTI submissions to HMRC. Essential Skills and Experience Previous experience working in a Payroll Officer, Payroll Administrator or similar payroll position.Good understanding of UK payroll legislation, PAYE, National Insurance and statutory payments.Experience ..... full job details .....