Temporary Payroll Officer - HYBRID

Overview

Temporary Payroll Officer
Location: West Edinburgh (Hybrid Working)
Contract: Temporary - Approx 2-3 months
Hours: 37 hours per week
Salary: Competitive

We are currently recruiting on behalf of a client for an experienced Payroll Officer to support their payroll function on a temporary basis. This role requires someone who can hit the ground running and confidently manage end-to-end payroll processes.

The Role

The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring accurate and timely payroll processing, providing expert payroll support, and producing statutory and management reports. The position will involve close liaison with managers and internal stakeholders and requires strong technical payroll knowledge.

Key Responsibilities

• Processing payroll accurately and in line with statutory requirements
• Reviewing payroll input data and resolving anomalies
• Managing leavers, adjustments, statutory payments, and corrections
• Producing payroll reports, reconciliations, and statutory documents (e.g. P45s, P60s)
• Providing payroll advice and guidance to managers and staff
• Supporting payroll reporting, audits, and year-end processes
• Maintaining accurate records and ensuring compliance with legislation

About You

• Proven experience working in a payroll-focused role
• Hands-on experience using iTrent or STAR payroll systems is highly desirable
• Strong understanding of PAYE, National Insurance, statutory payments, and pension processes
• Ability to work independently, manage deadlines, and priorities effectively
• Confident communicator with a strong customer-focused approach

What's on Offer

• Competitive hourly or daily rate
• Hybrid working arrangement
• Immediate opportunity with a supportive team environment

This role is ideal for an experienced payroll professional seeking a short-term assignment with hybrid working and the opportunity to make an immediate impact. If you are available immediately and have the required payroll experience, we'd love to hear from you!

Why Temp With Office Angels?

Working as a temp is an ideal way of exploring different job roles and industries. It also gives you control of your own work/life balance. Here are some of the benefits you can expect when you become part of our team:

• Weekly pay
• 28 days paid annual leave (Based on a weekly accrual)
• Employed directly with Office Angels, meaning we're always on hand to ensure you're well looked after
• Access to discount vouchers with many high street brands
• Eye care vouchers and money towards glasses should you require them for VDU purposes
• Support to search for permanent work while on assignments with expert interview guidance
• Pension scheme option (with employer contributions)
• Statutory Sick Pay in case you are unwell
• Access to an assistance programme offering free, confidential advice on a range of issues
• Opportunity to explore other sectors through sister businesses

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