Payroll Officer

Transaction Recruitment are supporting a market-leading business based in Coalville, in their search for an experienced Payroll Officer to join their dynamic payroll function on a permanent basis. You'll take ownership of weekly and monthly payrolls from start to finish for a workforce of 1,000+ employees, playing a key role in ensuring every employee is paid accurately and on time. This opportunity offers hybrid working.

Beyond the day-to-day processing, there's a real opportunity to help shape how the payroll function operates — the team is keen to hear from someone who can look at current processes with a fresh eye and identify where improvements could be made, including exploring how technology could streamline the way payroll works.

Key Responsibilities:

• Processing weekly and monthly payrolls end-to-end for 1,000+ employees
• Calculating holiday pay and National Insurance
• Calculating SSP, SMP and SPP
• Carrying out manual payroll calculations
• Resolving payroll queries efficiently and professionally
• Keeping up to date with current payroll legislation
• Reviewing current payroll processes and identifying opportunities for improvement

This is an opportunity to join a market-leading business offering genuine career progression prospects. The role comes with hybrid working, free on-site parking, and easy access via public transport, all within a supportive, close-knit payroll team.