via reed · 2 June 2026 ·11 days ago

Temporary Payroll Clerk

Seymour John
Ellesmere Contract
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Temporary Payroll Clerk | Ellesmere, Shropshire | 2-3 months (possibly extended) | Hybrid | Hourly rate negotiable on experience

Seymour John are recruiting on behalf of a well-established business based in Ellesmere, Shropshire, who are seeking an experienced Payroll Clerk to support their busy payroll function on a temporary basis.

We’re urgently looking for a confident payroll professional to manage end-to-end processing for approximately 700 weekly employees within a fast-paced environment.

The Opportunity

Key responsibilities will include:

  • End-to-end processing of weekly payroll (circa 700 employees)

  • Collating and validating timesheets and attendance data

  • Managing starters, leavers, and payroll amendments

  • Processing statutory payments (SSP, SMP, etc.)

  • Handling deductions (tax, NI, pensions, etc.)

  • Resolving payroll queries from employees

  • Ensuring compliance with HMRC regulations and payroll legislation

  • Reconciling payroll reports and supporting audit requirements

  • Maintaining accurate payroll records

Personal Profile

We’re looking for a detail-oriented and reliable payroll professional who can work accurately under pressure and manage high-volume workloads. Key skills/experience required:

  • Proven experience in end-to-end payroll processing

  • Experience managing high-volume payrolls (ideally 500+ employees)

  • Strong knowledge of UK payroll legislation, including HMRC requirements

  • Excellent attention to detail and ability to meet tight weekly deadlines

  • Strong communication skills with the ability to handle payroll queries effectively

  • A proactive, hands-on approach with the ability to work independently

TO APPLY

Please contact Joe Woodall at Seymour John Recruitment Ltd

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