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Payroll Specialist (60547)

Overview

Reference
60547

Salary
Up to £30,000

Job Location
- United Kingdom -- England -- South East England -- Berkshire -- Reading

Job Type
Permanent

Posted
08 September 2025


Payroll Specialist – Reading | Up to £30,000 + Excellent Benefits
Are you an experienced Payroll professional looking for a rewarding role within a friendly and supportive environment? We’re recruiting for a Payroll Specialist based in Reading, offering a salary of up to £30,000 plus excellent benefits. You’ll be joining a growing payroll bureau that provides accurate and efficient payroll services to a wide client base. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who takes pride in delivering great customer service and thrives in a fast-paced setting.


Duties & Responsibilities

  • Process weekly and monthly payrolls, including year-end tasks such as P60s and statutory returns.

  • Maintain and update payroll records in line with business and legislative changes.

  • Handle payroll-related queries from employees and clients professionally.

  • Manage statutory payments including SSP, SMP, SPP, and SAP.

  • Oversee auto-enrolment pension processes and liaise with HMRC when required.


What Experience is Required

  • Minimum of 2 years’ experience in a payroll processing role.

  • Familiarity with SAGE Payroll or similar payroll software.

  • Solid understanding of HMRC legislation and auto-enrolment requirements.


Salary & Benefits

  • Salary: £28,000 to £30,000 per annum

  • Annual profit-related bonus

  • Pension scheme

  • 20 days holiday + bank holidays (rising to 25 with service)

  • On-site parking and a friendly working environment


Location

Based in Reading, the office is easily commutable from:

  • Wokingham

  • Bracknell

  • Basingstoke

  • Maidenhead

  • Newbury

  • Henley-on-Thames


How to Apply

To apply, please send your CV in strict confidence to Giselle Whitton at CV Screen.


Alternate Job Titles

  • Payroll Administrator

  • Payroll Coordinator

  • Payroll Officer

  • Payroll Executive


Giselle Whitton