Payroll Officer (Maternity Cover) - #1677369

Payroll Officer sought to join an award-winning, £multimillion turnover food manufacturing company based in Bilston. They are a privately owned company who supply numerous sectors including foodservice, retail, wholesale and catering, both in the UK and abroad.

This is a maternity cover position for 12 months.

As Payroll Officer, your duties will include:

• Processing payroll accurately and efficiently using Sage


• Managing Time & Attendance (T&A) records to ensure correct pay calculations


• Handling payroll queries from employees and management


• Ensuring compliance with HMRC regulations, pension contributions, and statutory deductions


• Supporting payroll reporting and reconciliations

The successful Payroll Officer will demonstrate:

• Previous payroll experience, ideally within a fast-paced environment


• Preferably a minimum of 2 years in a payroll position


• Proficiency in Sage Payroll and T&A systems


• Strong knowledge of payroll legislation and best practices


• Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving skills


• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines

Benefits package:

• £25,000 - £29,000 salary depending on experience


• 33 days holiday including bank holidays


• Hours of work: 8am-4.30pm


• Rewards platform - access to discounts from 700+ retailers


• Nest pension


• Free onsite gym


• Onsite café and terrace


• Discounted staff shop


• Employee of the month and voucher


• Free on-site parking

Payroll Officer – 12 months maternity cover

Bilston, West Midlands

£25,000 - £29,000 depending on experience + benefits