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We have partnered with a global leading food business that is looking for a detail-oriented Payroll and Finance Specialist to support their UK&I Finance Team in a busy manufacturing environment. This will be a 12-month FTC. Do not wait to apply after reading this description a high application volume is expected for this opportunity.You'll play a key role in ensuring accurate and compliant payroll operations while also supporting wider financial activities. As the business transitions from a paper-based system to a digital Time & Attendance platform, your expertise will help guide the change.On OfferSalary will be circa 40K to 45K25 days holiday + bank holidaysPrivate medical insurance (post-probation)Hybrid remote working Dynamic, collaborative, and international work environmentA company culture driven by entrepreneurship, inclusion, and purposeKey ResponsibilitiesPayroll Processing:Process and verify monthly payroll data in collaboration with HR and our outsourced provider.Submit returns to HMRC, pension providers, and ensure statutory compliance.Calculate sick pay, holiday pay, benefits-in-kind, EV salary sacrifices, etc.Respond to employee payroll queries and maintain confidentiality.Finance OperationsReconcile payroll and bank accounts monthly.Support financial close processes (month-end/year-end).Assist with capital project and intercompany payroll reporting.Maintain payroll control accounts and assist with manpower budgeting.Compliance & ReportingEnsure adherence to payroll legislation and data protection laws.Submit RTI and pension contributions.Manage payroll aspects of external audits.HR & Data AnalysisProvide accurate HR data reporting (e.g. headcount, turnover, compensation).Collaborate on performance, recruitment, and budgeting reports.Candidate Qualifications & ExperienceExperienced in payroll processing, ideally in a multi-site manufacturing or industrial settingFamiliar with paper-based and digital Time & Attendance systemsConfident working with Sage, Excel, and possibly ERP systems like SAP or OracleStrong understanding of UK payroll legislation and pension requirementsExcellent communication and time-management skillsProactive self-starter with a high level of integrity and accuracyCIPP / AAT qualified (or working towards)Experience working with Workday or similar systemsExposure to manufacturing finance operations