Full job descriptionTemporary Payroll Clerk | Ellesmere, Shropshire | 2-3 months (possibly extended) | Hybrid | Hourly rate negotiable on experience


Seymour John are recruiting on behalf of a well-established business based in Ellesmere, Shropshire, who are seeking an experienced Payroll Clerk to support their busy payroll function on a temporary basis.
We’re urgently looking for a confident payroll professional to manage end-to-end processing for approximately 700 weekly employees within a fast-paced environment.


The Opportunity


Key responsibilities will include:
*End-to-end processing of weekly payroll (circa 700 employees)
*Collating and validating timesheets and attendance data
*Managing starters, leavers, and payroll amendments
*Processing statutory payments (SSP, SMP, etc.)
*Handling deductions (tax, NI, pensions, etc.)
*Resolving payroll queries from employees
*Ensuring compliance with HMRC regulations and payroll legislation
*Reconciling payroll reports and supporting audit requirements
*Maintaining accurate payroll records


Personal Profile
We’re looking for a detail-oriented and reliable payroll professional who can work accurately under pressure and manage high-volume workloads. Key skills/experience required:


*Proven experience in end-to-end payroll processing
*Experience managing high-volume payrolls (ideally 500+ employees)
*Strong knowledge of UK payroll legislation, including HMRC requirements
*Excellent attention to detail and ability to meet tight weekly deadlines
*Strong communication skills with the ability to handle payroll queries effectively
*A proactive, hands-on approach with the ability to work independently


TO APPLY
Please contact Joe Woodall at Seymour John Recruitment Ltd


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