Payroll Officer

Position Overview

Payroll Officer – Manchester (3 days office, 2 days remote each week).

Hourly rate: £14.36 – £15.39 per hour (DOE). Duration: 3‑6 month contract, with possibility of permanent placement.

We are seeking an experienced Payroll Officer to support payroll operations in our utilities and construction sectors during a period of change and systems development.

Key Responsibilities

• Process weekly and fortnightly payrolls for site-based and office employees.
• Support implementation of new payroll systems, including testing, data migration, and user training.
• Collaborate with finance and IT teams to improve payroll processes and reporting.
• Prepare and submit P11D forms in line with HMRC requirements.
• Support year‑end payroll activities, reconciliations, audits and statutory reporting.
• Maintain accurate payroll records and documentation for compliance and audit purposes.
• Produce payroll reports and analysis for finance and operational teams.
• Ensure compliance with UK payroll legislation and industry‑specific payroll practices.
• Liaise with HR, finance and operational managers during project mobilisation and demobilisation phases.

Required Skills and Experience

• Previous payroll experience within a fast‑paced environment.
• Strong understanding of UK payroll legislation and HMRC requirements.
• Experience using payroll systems such as ADP, PeopleHub, Sage or similar.
• Advanced Excel skills and confidence working with HR and finance systems.
• Strong communication skills with a proactive approach to problem solving.

Desirable Skills and Experience

• Experience managing payroll across multiple sites or projects.
• Knowledge of CIS and contractor compliance within construction environments.

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