Payroll Operations Manager

1 week ago


Colchester, Essex, United Kingdom Penguin Random House Full time
Job Summary:

We are seeking a dedicated Senior Payroll Analyst to support our Group Salaries department during the critical Testing & Parallel run phases of our HRIS Programme.

This is a full-time, fixed-term opportunity for 6 months with an estimated salary range of £35,000 - £45,000 per annum.

Main Responsibilities:
  • Maintain daily tasks within the payroll department, ensuring seamless operations during the transition to the new HRIS system, Dayforce.
  • Monitor and clear enquiries from a shared mailbox.
  • Perform complex calculations for Maternities, Long-Term Sickness, Statutory Sick Pay, and leavers.
  • Process all Starters, Leavers, and Statutory Absence.
  • Manage ad-hoc data changes across 14 payrolls, including weekly and pensioner payrolls.
  • Handle pension-related changes across 14 payrolls.
  • Process flexible benefit changes across 14 payrolls.
  • Raise ad-hoc advances and third-party payments.
  • Verify team processing accuracy.
  • Complete system audits between HR and Payroll systems.
  • Run payroll reporting suites at month-end.
Your Skills:
  • Advanced Microsoft Outlook and Excel skills.
  • Strong communication and organisational skills.
  • Demonstrable ability to work effectively with diverse groups.
  • Determination and adaptability to deliver results.
  • Payroll Bureau background or experience with Payrite, FMP/IRIS an asset.


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