Payroll Advisor

  • Michael Page
  • Reading, Oxfordshire
  • Jan 30, 2026
Contractor Retail

Job Description

- Great opportunity to develop further your payroll skills with a high volume, multi-frequency environment

- Join a great, close knit team in Reading (with 1-2 days per week in the office)

Client Details

Our Client

  • Growing, highly reputable business
  • Roots across the UK nationally with a base in Reading
  • 10,000+ employees with a large payroll team
  • 1-2 days per week in the office (offering high levels of flexibility)
  • Great company culture - close knit function

Description

Payroll Advisor

  • Process payroll accurately and in a timely manner in compliance with regulations
  • Assist with payroll-related queries and provide effective resolutions
  • Maintain and update payroll records to ensure accuracy and compliance
  • Collaborate with internal departments to ensure seamless payroll operations
  • Support the preparation of payroll reports for internal and external stakeholders
  • Monitor changes in payroll legislation and ensure adherence to requirements
  • Assist in the reconciliation of payroll accounts and resolve discrepancies
  • Contribute to process improvements within the payroll function

Profile

Payroll Advisor

  • Happy to commit to an FTC for 12 months
  • Commutable distance to Reading (when required in the office)
  • Strong payroll background of end to end processing
  • High volume experience would be great
  • Excel competent
  • Strong attention to detail and team player

Job Offer

Payroll Advisor

  • FTC: Until the beginning of 2027
  • Berkshire based - (1-2 days based in the office)
  • Free parking on site
  • Easy access via public transport
  • Salary: From 35,000 per annum - flex upwards of 40,000 per annum
  • Adjustable start and finish times