Payroll Officer

Payroll Administrator
Permanent - Full Time
Hereford
£26-29,000 per annum

Are you driven by precision, trusted with sensitive information, and motivated by the knowledge that your work keeps an entire organisation running smoothly? I am recruiting a diligent and accurate Payroll Specialist to join the Finance function within a rapidly evolving business. For someone with additional finance skills, this role could be full-time across 5 days...... but we are also considering part-time applicants who are looking for reduced hours across 4 or 5 days a week. The role will be office-based initially, but once you are fully up to speed, there will be the opportunity to work up to 2 days per week from home.
This is a chance to join a multi‑entity payroll operation, working with autonomy, influence, and the confidence of senior stakeholders. As a Payroll Specialist, you will take full responsibility for delivering seamless payroll operations across multiple business units. Your expertise will ensure every detail is correct, every deadline is met, and every colleague feels supported.You will lead on:

Multi‑cycle payroll processing - weekly, fortnightly, and monthly runs, including mileage and expenses
Payroll accuracy & compliance - ensuring every figure aligns with legislation
Payroll support; acting as the go‑to expert for employee queries
Finance team collaboration - providing cover and contributing to continuous improvementThis is a role where your judgement, discretion, and analytical strength will be relied upon daily.You're someone who thrives in a trusted position and takes pride in getting things right the first time. You'll need:

Minimum 2 years' payroll experience
Strong Microsoft Office skills
Exceptional organisational ability
A calm, confident approach to deadlines
The ability to work autonomously and flexibly
Natural relationship‑building skills
Absolute discretion - confidentiality is non‑negotiableYour contribution will directly support our long‑term sustainability, governance, and operational success. This is a high‑trust position. You will handle sensitive data, influence financial accuracy, and support the wellbeing of every employee through timely, correct payroll delivery. Your work will be felt across the entire organisation.If you're ready to step into a role where your expertise truly matters - where confidentiality, precision, and professionalism are valued above all - this is your moment!

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