Senior Payroll Specialist

. Delivering Full cycle end to end payroll processing for our London Campus, including RTI submissions and Year End tasks, ensuring all activities are completed within a timely manner. Overseeing Auto-Enrolment processes and submitting pension data to our external vendor Performing audits and reconciliations to maintain the accuracy and integrity of payroll information Assisting with internal and external audit preparation, including organising documentation and supporting evidence requests Producing payroll reports for internal stakeholders Supporting employees by resolving payroll queries and identifying underlying issues Work closely with internal teams to ensure payroll processes are robust and meet finance and compliance standards. Assisting with payroll related implementation projects and contributing to continuous process improvement initiatives Act as a back-up for Canadian payroll processing 2+ years of experience with strong knowledge of UK Payroll practices and compliance Proficient in using payroll systems and maintaining effective controls Excellent communicator with strong stakeholder management skills Membership of CIPP or working towards achieving CIPP Membership within 6 months of starting the role Workday Payroll experience is advantageous Canadian payroll experience and/or higher education industry exposure is advantageous Good written communications and strong interpersonal skills to deal with individuals at various levels, and on potentially sensitive matters - Essential Excellent IT skills, including advanced level with Microsoft Office Suite - Essential Highly computer literate with experience of accounting packages - Essential Ability to work quickly, accurately and to deadlines, using a logical and methodical approach - Essential A team player, with the ability to work independently - EssentialNortheastern University London (NU London) is a prestigious higher education institution based in the heart of London and is part of Northeastern University's global campus network. Overlooking the River Thames near Tower Bridge, NU London offers academically challenging educational programmes designed to inspire innovative thinking, encourage interdisciplinary study, and provide global experiences. The bright and modern campus offers award winning, contemporary facilities for students and staff including state of the art audio visual technology in its teaching and meeting spaces.Inspired by excellence, infused with an energy of ideas and ability in motion, at NU London, being a part of our staff is to be a part of a collective of entrepreneurs and educators, builders and thinkers. NU London is growing quickly, offering opportunity and growth for our staff. Currently hosting 1,500 students, our aim is to have 4000 students by 2028/29. As well as the exciting opportunities this role presents, the University supports staff maintaining a good work/life balance, your health and wellness are of utmost importance to us, and our offerings encompass: Founded in 2012, Northeastern University London (formerly known as New College of the Humanities) has established itself as a prestigious higher education institution based in the heart of London. Northeastern University London is part of Northeastern University's Global Campus Network. Positioned as top ranking in the USA, Northeastern has campuses in Arlington, Boston, Charlotte, Miami, Oakland, San Jose, and Seattle in the USA, and Toronto and Vancouver in Canada.After becoming part of Northeastern University's global network in early 2019, the University has undergone a period of rapid growth, having been granted Taught Degree Awarding Powers in February 2020 and moved to a new, state-of-the-art campus in 2021.Northeastern University London offers a vibrant, collegiate community delivering broad and academically rigorous degree programmes, designed to equip graduates with the combination of skills and knowledge that are increasingly desired by organisations, employers, and society. It offers state of the art audio visual technology in its teaching and meeting spaces across the organisation.