Payroll Specialist

Payroll Specialist

Location: Harrogate (Hybrid working available)

Full-time, Permanent

Competitive salary plus benefits

About the Role:

We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Payroll Specialist to join our Finance team. This is a hybrid role based in Harrogate, offering the flexibility to work both remotely and in the office. You will play a key role in ensuring the accurate and timely processing of payroll across the group, in compliance with current legislation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare and input payroll data accurately and efficiently
• Conduct minimum wage checks and payroll reconciliations
• Administer pensions and auto-enrolment assessments
• Produce and distribute payslips, P45s, P60s, and payroll reports
• Calculate average holiday pay for variable pay staff
• Maintain electronic payroll records and filing systems
• Respond to employee pay-related queries
• Support payroll costings and journal preparation
• Administer payrolled benefits and maintain scheme membership lists
• Assist in training new payroll staff
• Support the Assistant Payroll Manager and Group Payroll Manager with ad hoc tasks

More about you:

• In depth payroll experience, including starters, leavers, statutory pay, and leave
• Strong knowledge of PAYE/NIC legislation and payroll best practices
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel (intermediate level)
• Excellent attention to detail and high level of accuracy
• Strong communication skills and confidence to liaise across all levels of the business
• Experience with pensions administration and automatic enrolment
• Ability to manage workload independently and meet strict deadlines

At Adler and Allan Group, we're not just a company – we're environmental champions committed to protecting our planet while helping businesses thrive. We're a diverse, dynamic team dedicated to providing top-tier environmental, energy and water infrastructure services across the UK. Our mission is clear: safeguarding the environment, minimising operational disruptions, and supporting sustainability goals for our valued clients.

Adler and Allan are committed to fostering diversity and inclusion in our workplace. We proudly embrace equal opportunities for all applicants, regardless of race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin. If you require any support with your application, whatever the circumstance, please let us know