Payroll Analyst

We're looking for an experienced Payroll & Benefits Analyst to join a busy and collaborative team. This role offers the opportunity to take ownership of the end-to-end payroll process while also supporting the administration of employee benefits, making it ideal for someone who enjoys combining analytical thinking with exceptional attention to detail.

As part of a supportive organisation, you'll play a key role in ensuring employees are paid accurately and on time while contributing to continuous improvements across payroll processes, systems, and controls.

The RoleThis is a varied position where you'll be responsible for managing the monthly payroll cycle from start to finish, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and adherence to payroll legislation.

Day-to-day responsibilities will include:

• Managing and processing end-to-end monthly payroll activities
• Reviewing, validating, and analysing payroll data prior to processing
• Completing payroll reconciliations and investigating discrepancies
• Ensuring payroll information, including overtime and benefit adjustments, is submitted accurately and on time
• Administering employee benefits and flexible benefit schemes
• Acting as a point of contact for employee payroll and benefits queries
• Building relationships with HR teams, payroll colleagues, and external providers
• Producing payroll reports and analysing data using Excel
• Supporting payroll process improvements and enhancing controls and efficiencies
• Assisting with weekly payroll activities when required