Senior Payroll Specialist

3 weeks ago

Quedgeley, Gloucestershire, United Kingdom WCS Group Full time
Job Overview

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Payroll Specialist to join our Group Payroll Team at WCS Group. As a key member of our team, you will play a vital role in supporting our quest to build a world-class water treatment, water hygiene, and testing company in the UK.

As a Senior Payroll Specialist, you will be responsible for managing email inquiries from multiple stakeholders across the business, acting as a point of contact for employee queries and payroll-related data requests. You will also prepare and input payroll data into Sage 50 Cloud Payroll, accurately administering and calculating staff pay, including overtime, SSP, SMP, pensions, student loans, court orders, and other adjustments.

Key Responsibilities
  • Manage email inbox queries from multiple stakeholders across the business
  • Preparation of monthly payrolls across multiple entities
  • Accurate preparation and input of payroll data into Sage 50 Cloud Payroll
  • Administer and calculate staff pay, including overtime, SSP, SMP, pensions, student loans, court orders, and other adjustments
  • Processing mileage deductions into Sage 50 Cloud Payroll
  • Processing payrolls in line with HMRC legislation and focusing on compliance
  • Uploading contribution files to the pension provider
  • Cross-checking/auditing monthly payroll entry within the payroll team
  • Supporting month and year-end processes, including payrolling benefits in kind, P60, and P11D forms
Requirements
  • Basic payroll knowledge required
  • Knowledge and understanding of tax, NI, and relief at source and salary sacrifice pensions
  • Previous experience in a busy payroll department (desirable but not essential)
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
  • Experience using SAGE 50 Cloud Payroll (desirable but not essential)
  • High level of accuracy and attention to detail
  • Strong organisational skills with ability to flex between work as required
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • General admin/office experience
  • Competent user of Excel
  • A team player – happy to get ‘stuck in’
Benefits
  • Competitive Salary: Up to £31,000 per annum, depending on experience
  • Hybrid Working: Enjoy the balance of 3 days in the office and 2 days working from home each week
  • Employee Benefits: Including a Royal London Pension, Mental Health & Well-being Scheme, Employee Recognition Scheme, and My Marlowe Rewards benefits platform
  • Career Growth & Support: We’re committed to your development and provide a dynamic, supportive environment where you can thrive
  • Inclusive Culture: We celebrate diversity and are committed to equal opportunities for all, encouraging applications from people of all backgrounds

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