Payroll Specialist

An experienced Payroll Specialist is required to join a well-established organisation on an urgent 3-month contract to take ownership of the payroll function and resolve several key payroll priorities, including outstanding P11D submissions.

Location:Bournemouth/Flexible Hybrid Working

Duration: 3 Months Temporary Contract

Start Date: Immediate

• Manage the monthly payroll for approximately 400+ employees across multiple sites
• Process all payroll changes, including new starters, leavers, salary amendments and contractual variations
• Administer holiday pay and other statutory payments
• Manage auto-enrolment and pension scheme administration
• Liaise with HMRC and ensure payroll compliance
• Resolve employee payroll queries in a timely and professional manner
• Process employee expenses
• Prepare payroll reports and management information
• Complete payroll reconciliations and journals
• Ensure outstanding P11Ds are completed and submitted
• Identify and address any payroll issues, ensuring an accurate and efficient payroll function

• Proven end-to-end payroll experience
• Strong knowledge of UK payroll legislation and HMRC requirements
• Experience with pensions, auto-enrolment and statutory payments
• Previous P11D experience is essential
• Able to work independently and quickly assess priorities
• Available to start immediately or at short notice

• Full-time or part-time hours considered
• Remote working is available with flexibility needed on the final day of payroll