Payroll Specialist

Job description

Finance Assistant - Payroll

The Finance Assistant - Payroll is responsible for the accurate and timely execution of the monthly payroll process for approximately 70 employees, primarily based in the UK with some based internationally. The role works closely with Corporate HR, outsourced payroll providers, and internal Finance colleagues to ensure payroll inputs, approvals, reporting, and payments are delivered smoothly and compliantly.

Responsibilities:

• Execute end-to-end payroll operations for circa UK and international colleagues.
• Input payroll data into relevant outsourced payroll provider systems, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
• Work with Corporate HR to confirm payroll populations and terms & conditions, and ensure these are correctly reflected in provider inputs.
• Coordinate with outsourced providers who perform payroll calculations, including salary payments, deductions, contributions, and employee/employer tax obligations.
• Prepare clear payroll summary reports for review by key stakeholders.
• Facilitate and gather payroll approvals from leaders prior to final submission and processing.
• Serve as a key point of contact between HR, Finance, and outsourced payroll providers, ensuring efficient resolution of payroll queries.
• Support the wider Finance team with other financial administration tasks as required.
• Reports directly to the Financial Manager, who will provide supervision and oversight as needed.

Please note this is a 6 month contract, with a need to start the position in December.

Extra information

Status

Closed

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Greater London

Type of Contract

Casual / Part Time Jobs

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English