Senior Payroll Officer

Senior Payroll Officer

Location: Cranleigh

Salary: £33,659 - £37,257 per annum, plus £1,000 retention bonus

Vacancy Type: 37.5 hours a week, 52 weeks a year

We are looking for an experienced in‑house payroll officer to ensure accurate remuneration for our staff and support for vulnerable children and young people.

Applicants should have previously worked in an in‑house payroll position with a minimum of 200 employees, preferably in a supervisory role, and hold appropriate payroll certification (CIPP level 4, with potential to progress to level 5). Significant experience at a similar level or equivalent certificates in HR Payroll or accountancy (AAT/ACCA) will also be considered.

Requirements include expert knowledge of UK payroll legislation and tax regulations, proficiency in payroll and HR software, strong Excel and Microsoft Office skills, excellent communication abilities, and strong analytical skills for reconciling data with the finance team.

Responsibilities

• HR designated responsibilities
• Direct staff communication
• Payroll monthly input process and reconciling procedures
• Payroll monthly reporting submissions for approval by HR, then BACS finance payment approval
• Pensions administration
• Exception reporting/data analytics preparation

Work Hours

Office based. Hours during term time: 8:30am – 4:30pm each day, with a half‑hour unpaid break each day. Some flexibility is possible during school holidays.

Qualifications

• Previous in-house payroll position with a minimum of 200 employees
• Supervisory experience preferred
• CIPP level 4 (potential progression to level 5)
• Payroll certification or equivalent in HR Payroll/accountancy (AAT/ACCA)
• Expert knowledge of UK payroll legislation and tax regulations
• Proficiency in payroll and HR software
• Strong Excel and Microsoft Office skills
• Excellent communication, patience and empathy
• Strong analytical skills for manual calculations and reconciling data

Benefits

• £1,000 retention bonus (£250 at 1 month, £250 at 12 months, £500 at 18 months, subject to tax and NI)
• Life insurance and Medicash
• A beautiful 23‑acre site in Cranleigh, on the edge of the Surrey Hills, one mile from the village
• Delicious and healthy free breakfast and hot lunches
• Free car parking
• 1:1 line manager support and annual PRP
• Employee Assistance Programme (24/7 service for you and your family)
• Mental health and wellbeing support through Adult Mental Health First Aiders
• In‑house Team Teach training
• Full induction programme and CPD

Own transport is desirable due to the rural location; public transport is available from nearby bus stops.

This position requires an enhanced DBS disclosure and references.

Please note that we are not able to accept visa sponsorship applications for this role.

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