Senior Payroll Specialist

Senior Payroll Specialist – Interim 📍 Hoddesdon (On-site, 5 days) 💰 £300 – £400 per day 📅 3-month contract An established, fast-paced organisation is seeking an experienced Payroll Specialist to support a high-volume payroll function during a busy period. This role requires someone who can hit the ground running, working with manual processes and large data volumes to ensure accurate and timely payroll delivery. 🔧 Key responsibilities: End-to-end payroll support across a high-volume workforce (2000+) Manual payroll calculations and data validation Managing and reconciling payroll data using Excel Identifying and resolving discrepancies Maintaining accurate payroll records under tight deadlines 🔑 What we’re looking for: Proven payroll experience (end-to-end essential) Strong Excel skills (tested at interview) Experience handling high-volume payrolls High attention to detail and ability to work independently Confident with manual processes and fast-paced environments 🚗 Due to location, driving is highly beneficial Immediate starters preferred – ideal for someone available now or finishing a contract