Payroll Analyst

Role Summary

We are seeking a Payroll Analyst with strong payroll administration experience to process the 4 weekly payroll for Heavy Haul Rail Ltd. The role requires a high level of attention to detail, strong analytical skills, and a customer focused approach.

Role responsibilities

• End to end preparation and processing of the 4 weekly (lunar) UK payroll
• Perform detailed payroll reconciliations, identifying and resolving discrepancies to ensure accuracy and compliance
• Manage all aspects of the employee lifecycle, including starters, leavers, and changes to pay or benefits
• Process payroll inputs including payments, deductions, statutory payments, and adjustments
• Deliver a high standard of customer service by responding to payroll queries in a professional, timely, and empathetic manner
• Produce and analyse payroll data using Excel, including reconciliations, reports, and audit support
• Process year end activities including P60s and P11Ds
• Compile and support internal and external audit requests, ensuring accuracy and completeness of data
• Maintain accurate records in HRIS (Workday) and ensure all payroll related data is up to date
• Communicate effectively with employees and stakeholders to obtain required payroll inputs and approvals
• Ensure compliance with UK payroll legislation and keep up to date with regulatory changes
• Responsible for running the BACs where required

Experience & Skills

• 3-5 years' experience within a payroll function
• Strong Excel skills (including data analysis, reconciliations, lookups, and reporting)
• Proven experience performing payroll reconciliations and resolving discrepancies
• Experience working with Workday (preferred)
• Knowledge of P11D processing (preferred)
• Solid understanding of UK payroll legislation and statutory requirements
• Aware of Sarbanes Oxley (SOX) controls and processes (preferred)
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills
• Strong customer service ethic with the ability to communicate clearly and professionally
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines

Benefits

Competitive pay, final salary pension scheme after an initial qualifying period, enhanced maternity & paternity pay, opportunities for ongoing training and development, access to the company's life assurance scheme and various other benefits.

This post is subject to standard pre employment checks including employment references, medical & D&A screening, and successful DBS background checks.