Remote Payroll and Pensions Specialist - 3 month contract

Responsible for managing weekly and monthly payrolls across six entities, ensuring pension compliance (including NEST), and working closely with HR and Finance teams to deliver an accurate payroll service. The role will also focus on resolving an existing backlog, improving processes, driving efficiencies and supporting payroll automation initiatives. Remote working available, with the organisation based in the Worthing area. Client DetailsA company operating in the transport and distribution industry, based in West Sussex.DescriptionMain ResponsibilitiesManage end-to-end weekly and monthly payroll processing across six group companies.Ensure employees are paid accurately and on time, while maintaining compliance with payroll legislation.Administer and reconcile pension contributions, with particular responsibility for NEST pension processes.Review payroll outputs from the managed payroll provider and investigate discrepancies where required.Work closely with HR and Finance teams to ensure payroll data, reporting and records are accurate.Resolve payroll and pension-related queries and support the management of existing payroll backlogs.Ensure compliance with auto-enrolment legislationProduce payroll reports.Identify opportunities to improve payroll processes, controls, automation and overall efficiency.Support the ongoing optimisation of systems and help implement best-practice payroll procedures. ProfileA successful Payroll/Pensions professional should have:Proven ..... full job details .....