Payroll Analyst - #2186391

Meraki Talent are engaged on a permanent Payroll Analyst opportunity based on the outskirts of Glasgow, offering a salary of £34,000–£38,000.

The Company

This successful organisation is recognised for its professional approach, strong internal culture and commitment to delivering consistently high standards. Ongoing development within the payroll function has created an opportunity for a technically capable Payroll Analyst to join the team.

The Role

The Payroll Analyst will support the accurate delivery, analysis and control of payroll activity. Alongside payroll processing, the role will focus on reconciliations, reporting, data accuracy and identifying opportunities to improve existing processes.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Supporting the end-to-end payroll process
• Reviewing payroll data before final submission
• Completing payroll, pension and balance-sheet reconciliations
• Producing regular payroll reports and analysis
• Investigating payroll discrepancies and resolving complex queries
• Monitoring statutory deductions, payments and submissions
• Supporting year-end payroll activity
• Working with Finance and HR to maintain accurate employee information
• Assisting with internal and external audit requests
• Identifying opportunities to improve payroll controls and processes

On Offer

The Payroll Analyst position is permanent and located on the outskirts of Glasgow. The opportunity offers:

• Salary of £34,000–£38,000
• Varied analytical and operational payroll exposure
• Opportunity to contribute to process improvements
• Supportive team environment with development potential

What You'll Bring

We are interested in speaking with candidates who have:

• Strong end-to-end payroll experience
• Good knowledge of payroll legislation and statutory requirements
• Experience completing payroll reconciliations and reporting
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Confidence using payroll systems and Microsoft Excel
• The ability to communicate effectively with Finance, HR and wider stakeholders
• Excellent attention to detail and the ability to meet demanding deadlines

Please do not hesitate to contact Rhys Dow at [email protected].