Payroll Specialist

Alexander Daniels are currently recruiting for a Payroll Specialist with an established business to lead a busy, high‑performing payroll function. This role oversees the full end‑to‑end payroll cycle, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and excellent service across the organisation.

As the Payroll Specialist
, you'll manage and develop the payroll team; and work closely with Finance, HR, Operations, and external partners. You'll be responsible for:

• Acting as the go-to expert for complex payroll matters
• Leading and supporting the small, yet effective, payroll team
• Manage monthly payroll, HMRC submissions, pensions, and reconciliations
• Maintain accurate records and resolve payroll queries
• Improve processes and introduce best practice
• Support TUPE, redundancy calculations, and statutory reporting
• Driving process improvements and system optimisation

The ideal candidate will have:

• Knowledge of HMRC, pensions, and employment law
• Confidence with payroll systems (SAGE) and Excel
• High accuracy and strong organisational skills
• Experience leading or mentoring a team

This is a fantastic role for someone who enjoys ownership, team leadership, and making a real impact on payroll operations.