Payroll & Reporting Analyst (Advanced Excel)

Your new company
We are seeking a detail-oriented Payroll & Reporting Analyst to join a well-established and growing business. It combines the structure and standards of a larger organisation with the agility of a privately owned business, offering employees the opportunity to make a meaningful impact.
Your new role At present, employee timesheets are manually scanned and processed, requiring strong attention to detail and robust data handling capability. The business is currently implementing a new digital timesheet system, which will significantly streamline payroll processes and improve data accuracy.As automation is introduced, the role will evolve to offer greater involvement in contract billing, reporting, and commercial analysis. This makes it an excellent opportunity for someone looking to build on their payroll experience and transition into a more data-driven, commercially focused position.
We are particularly interested in candidates with advanced Excel skills, who can manage complex datasets, build reporting tools, and contribute to process improvements.

Key Responsibilities
Payroll Processing

• Manage end-to-end payroll on a weekly and monthly basis across multiple contracts
• Process timesheet data (currently manual/scanned, transitioning to digital systems)
• Ensure accurate calculation of pay, overtime, bonuses, and statutory deductions
• Administer PAYE, National Insurance, pensions, and statutory payments
• Maintain accurate payroll records, including starters, leavers, and changes
• Ensure compliance with HMRC regulations
• Support payroll audits and year-end processes

Reporting & Excel Analysis

• Use advanced Excel to manipulate and analyse payroll and operational data
• Build and maintain complex reporting schedules and reconciliations
• Produce KPI and contract-level performance reports
• Identify trends, discrepancies, and data insights

Process Improvement & Development

• Support implementation of the new timesheet system
• Contribute to improving efficiency, accuracy, and controls within payroll
• Transition into supporting contract billing and financial reporting
• Assist with billing data validation, preparation, and reconciliation

What you'll need to succeed

• Proven payroll experience with strong knowledge of UK legislation
• Advanced Excel capability (e.g. complex formulas, data manipulation, reporting)
• Experience working with large datasets and reconciliations
• High attention to detail and strong analytical mindset
• Ability to manage deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Comfortable working with evolving systems and processes
• Interest in developing towards commercial reporting, billing, or finance analysis

What you'll get in return

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  • Competitive salary
  • Opportunity to develop into a broader analytical and commercial role
  • Supportive team environment
  • On-site parking

What you need to do now
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