Payroll Accountant

Your newpany

Hays is partnering with a leading business in Telford that is seeking a Finance Payroll Specialist to join their team. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real impact in a fast-paced, collaborative environment, where your expertise will help shape the future of payroll operations.

Your new role

As a key part of the Payroll team, you’ll work closely with the Payroll Manager, Finance and HR, taking ownership of payroll finance tasks across the UK and Ireland. Your responsibilities will include :

• Managing reconciliations, pension reporting, control accounts, recharges, and year-end reporting.
• Overseeing PSA settlement agreements and acting as the LTI Correspondent for UK & Ireland Share Schemes.
• Collaborating with the Payroll Manager and Project Lead on payroll integration and acquisition projects.
• Supportingpliance efforts and delivering training on legislative updates.
• Playing a key role in audit readiness, system implementations, and continuous process improvement.
• Acting as the go-to expert for finance-related payroll matters, ensuring clear documentation through SOPs and process flows.

What you'll need to succeed

To excel in this role, you’ll need extensive payroll and accounting experience, along with strongmunication skills to effectively liaise across multiple departments and stakeholders. The ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment is essential, as is a proactive approach to leading projects and driving improvements.

What you'll get in return

You’ll be joining a leading business in Shropshire that offers apetitive salary and bonus, hybrid working, and 28 days holiday plus bank holidays, with the option to buy and sell additional leave. You’ll also benefit from an excellent benefits package, designed to support your professional and personal well-being.