Senior Payroll Analyst

London Early Years Foundation (LEYF) is hiring a Senior Payroll Analyst for a full-time role in London. Hours: 40 per week. Salary: £40,000 per annum. Location: London (Hybrid including 2 days in our central office).Overview : If you’re a detail-driven payroll professional who enjoys solving problems, mentoring others, and improving processes – and you want your work to have real impact – this could be just the role for you.LEYF is a charitable social enterprise with 40+ nurseries supporting over 4,000 children across London. The payroll function was brought in-house 18 months ago, and we’re looking to take it to the next level with your help. You’ll join a friendly, hardworking payroll team, reporting to the Payroll and Compensation Manager and supporting the development of others."We’re building something great — and there’s real freedom here to shape how we do things."What you’ll be doing

Run monthly payroll from start to finish – process information such as time/attendance, new starters, leavers, promotions, secondments and other manual payroll updatesPrepare payroll reports and journal entries, and work closely with Finance on reconciliationsCollaborate with HR and business stakeholders to ensure everything runs smoothly and people feel supportedAnalyse data to spot patterns, solve problems, and improve accuracyLook for ways to automate and improve how we work – and help make them happenBe a key person for our pension processes and support benefit adminMentor junior team members and help build capability across the teamStay up to date with payroll legislation and ensure we’re always compliantHandle sensitive data with professionalism and careWhat we’re looking for

Experienced in payroll, ideally with a CIPP qualification or equivalentConfident with Excel and keen to learn new systems and toolsAnalytical, organised, and great at connecting the dotsCalm under pressure and able to meet immovable deadlinesA natural problem-solver who enjoys improving processesFriendly, proactive, and able to challenge constructivelyComfortable working with sensitive data and maintaining confidentialityA team player who’s excited to make a differenceWhy you’ll love it here

Make an impact: Your work helps us support thousands of children across LondonFreedom to improve: We trust you to spot opportunities and make things betterHybrid working: Flexibility and a warm, family-friendly cultureChildcare discount: 70% off nursery fees for your children or grandchildrenTime to recharge: 26 days’ holiday (including Christmas closure), plus your birthday off, and bank holidaysGood benefits: 7% employer pension, wellbeing support, discounts, and team eventsWe know diverse teams build stronger organisations – and we welcome you just as you are.If you’re a proactive senior payroll analyst who’s ready to make a difference - we’d love to hear from you! Apply via Quick Apply on LinkedIn.

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