Company: HAYS

Apply for the Payroll Accountant

Location: Stockton on Tees

Job Description:

Payroll Accountant

Your new company

This well-established logistics specialist has a need for an experienced Payroller, to join them as Payroll Accountant. Taking responsibility for the management and processing of a complex mix of weekly and monthly Payroll.

Your new role We are looking for an experienced and detail-oriented Payroll Accountant to join the team. You will be responsible for the accurate and timely processing of weekly and monthly payroll across multiple contracts, ensuring full compliance with UK payroll legislation and providing excellent support to employees across the business. The role also incorporates comprehensive KPI and contract reporting hence we are seeking candidates who have an in-depth knowledge and experienced application of Microsoft Excel.

Key Responsibilities

Process end-to-end payroll on a weekly and monthly basis across multiple payroll contracts

Ensure accurate calculation of salaries, overtime, bonuses, and statutory deductions

Administer PAYE, National Insurance, pensions, SSP, SMP, and other statutory payments

Maintain accurate payroll records, including starters, leavers, and contract changes

Collating data for contract reporting

Using Excel to create complex reporting schedules

Data collection and analysis

Ensure compliance with HMRC regulations

Prepare payroll reports and reconcile payroll data

Handle employee payroll queries efficiently and confidentially

Support payroll audits and year-end processes, including P60s and P11Ds

What you’ll need to succeed About You

Proven experience in a payroll role

Confident using Microsoft Excel and creating complex schedules

Confident using formulas and collating data.

Strong knowledge of UK payroll legislation and statutory requirements

High level of accuracy and attention to detail

Ability to work to tight deadlines

Excellent organisational and time-management skills

Able to handle confidential information with discretion

What you’ll get in return

Competitive salary

Supportive team environment and opportunities for development

Carparking

What you need to do now If you’re interested in this role, click ‘apply now’ to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn’t quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. # 4789529…

Posted: April 29th, 2026