Payroll Controller

Job Description

We’re excited to offer an opportunity for a Payroll Controller to join our team on a permanent basis.

You’ll own the end-to-end payroll process, working closely with Finance, HR and operations to keep everything running smoothly. With a focus on quality and improvement, you’ll play a key role in evolving payroll to support the needs of the business.

What you’ll be doing:

• Own and deliver accurate, timely end-to-end payroll for UK employees
• Process payroll inputs including starters, leavers, overtime, bonuses and statutory payments
• Ensure full compliance with UK payroll legislation and HMRC requirements (FPS, EPS, auto enrolment)
• Perform payroll reconciliations and support finance with month-end reporting and journals
• Manage payroll controls, audits and SOX compliance
• Lead continuous improvement of payroll systems, processes and reporting
• Produce payroll reporting and maintain data accuracy and confidentiality
• Act as the primary payroll contact and subject matter expert across the business
• You’ll play a vital role in ensuring accurate, timely financial operations and helping maintain a high standard of service.

What we’re looking for:

• Proven experience managing end-to-end payroll
• Strong knowledge of UK payroll legislation and HMRC requirements
• Excellent Excel and systems skills with a focus on data accuracy
• High attention to detail with ability to meet deadlines
• Strong communication skills with confidence to work across teams
• Proactive, solutions-focused and able to drive improvements

Experience in a manufacturing environment and knowledge of Resourcelink or UKG systems is desirable.

Health Safety and Flexibility

The role is based on a manufacturing site and requires compliance with site safety rules and the wearing of appropriate PPE (training provided). Some flexibility may be required to meet business needs.