Senior Payroll Officer

About the role Seeking a permanent Senior Payroll Officer to join an organisation within the higher education sector, managing the end-to-end payroll function. Reporting directly to the Accountant and supporting a small, collaborative team. You will play an important role in ensuring the smooth and accurate running of payroll processes and wider financial activities. The role suits someone who enjoys detailed work, values accuracy, and thrives in a structured, deadline-driven environment.The working pattern will be between 8.30/9.00 am and 5.00/5.30 pm, with a 30-minute lunch. Key ResponsibilitiesManage payroll processes end-to-end, including data input, statutory submissions, and posting payroll costs to the nominal ledger.Work closely with internal stakeholders to ensure all employee changes are accurately reflected in payroll.Process overtime, statutory payments and payroll-related deductions, including loans and benefit schemes.Administer HMRC requirements, including tax code updates, P45s, P60s, and student loan deductions.Prepare and submit pension contributions, including auto-enrolment processes.Act as the first point of contact for payroll and pension queries, maintaining professionalism and confidentiality.Reconcile payroll control accounts and prepare financial postings.Raise invoices related to payroll cost recharges and support financial processes across the team.Assist with broader finance duties such as purchase ledger processing, bank reconciliations, and ..... full job details .....