Payroll & HR Systems Advisor

Marks Sattin Ltd
London, UK
1 day ago
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Role details

Contract type
Temporary contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Compensation
£40,000.0 - £45,000.0
Working hours
Regular working hours
Job source

Tech stack

Microsoft Excel Big Data Kronos HR Software Data Management

Job description

Payroll

  • Support the end-to-end payroll process for c.700 permanent employees.
  • Ensure all payroll changes are processed accurately and within deadlines.
  • Validate payroll data and investigate any discrepancies.
  • Handle employee payroll queries and provide timely resolutions.
  • Support payroll reporting, reconciliations, and compliance activities.

HR Systems & Administration

  • Maintain accurate employee records across HR and payroll systems.
  • Support data management, reporting, and system updates.
  • Assist with HR administration and operational tasks as required.
  • Contribute to continuous improvement of payroll and HR processes.

Team Support

  • Work closely with colleagues across HR, payroll, finance, and operations.
  • Be willing to support wider HR activities outside of payroll when required.
  • Take a proactive, hands-on approach to workload and priorities.
  • Act as a collaborative team member within a small, supportive function., * Opportunity to take ownership of payroll for a stable workforce of c.700 employees.
  • Varied role combining payroll, systems, and HR operations.
  • Join a collaborative team that values a hands-on approach.
  • Immediate opportunity to make an impact during a key period for the business.

Ideal for a payroll professional who enjoys being at the heart of operations, takes pride in delivering a smooth payroll process, and is happy to roll their sleeves up to support the wider team when needed.

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Requirements

We’re looking for someone who enjoys payroll, takes pride in accuracy, and is willing to get involved with broader HR operations and systems activities when needed. This is a great role for a team player who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is happy to support wherever required., Essential

  • Payroll administration experience with responsibility for end-to-end processing.
  • Experience managing payroll for a medium-sized employee population.
  • Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
  • Good Excel skills and confidence working with large datasets.
  • Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities.
  • A flexible, team-oriented approach and willingness to assist outside of core payroll duties.

Highly Desirable

  • Experience using UKG (Ultimate Kronos Group) payroll and HR systems.
  • Exposure to HR systems administration and employee data management.
  • Experience producing payroll reports and reconciliations.
  • Previous experience working in a fast-paced operational environment.

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