Reach plc

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People&PayrollSpecialist

£35–50k ~AI est. United Kingdom CONTRACT Remote Friendly
The Brief

“People & Payroll Specialist at Reach plc. Skills: Payroll processing, UK payroll legislation. Ensure accurate payroll services. Process payroll for circa 3000 employees”

Industry & Context.

Publishing

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

Working knowledge of UK payroll legislation, 5+ years payroll administration experience

Nice to Have

Experience using Zellis or similar payroll software, Experience in an HR shared services environment

What You'll Do.

Ensure accurate payroll services

Process payroll for circa 3000 employees

Manage end-to-end payroll processing

Handle complex calculations

Resolve payroll queries

Calculate statutory leave

Validate payroll calculations

Resolve calculation discrepancies

Maintain payroll records

Process statutory documentation

Manage leaver holiday data

Administer payroll overpayment arrangements

Handle expense advances

Ensure alignment with internal controls

Resolve complex payroll queries

Provide operational cover for pensions

Provide operational cover for expenses

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Working closely with HR; Working closely with Finance; Working with external stakeholders

Communication Scope

Explain complex payroll information

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