We are looking for 2 new Payroll Analysts who will make a significant impact in our People Team. We are Whitbread, a leader in the hospitality industry and a FTSE 100 business.
We are seeking a Payroll Analyst to join our People team in a pivotal role ensuring the accurate and timely processing of payroll for our 40,000 employees across multiple territories.
This exciting role puts you at the forefront of our payroll transformation, following the successful implementation of Dayforce, our cutting-edge system that went live in July!
As a Payroll Analyst, you'll work closely with our Managed Services payroll provider, offering expert guidance on payroll matters and ensuring all team members are paid correctly. Join Whitbread and contribute directly to the well-being and satisfaction of our vast workforce. If you're passionate about payroll and eager to make a difference, get in touch.
Location: Dunstable LU5 5XE (3 Days a week minimum in office)
Contract Type: Fixed Term – until end of February 2025
Why you’ll love it here:
Pension: Up to 10% matched
Discounts: Up to 60% discount on Premier Inn stays and 25% discount on our Restaurant brands
Healthcare: Individual BUPA Healthcare.
What you’ll do:
- Assist the Senior Payroll Analyst with accurate end-to-end payroll processing.
- Support tax year-end/start, P11D & NIC payments, and business recharge.
- Handle all parental leave processes including letters, payment schedules, and ‘keep in touch days.’
- Conduct monthly payroll audits and balancing.
- Review and check payments and investigate and support payroll overpayments.
- Check daily payroll bank statements and process payroll journals.
What we need:
- A strong payroll background within a payroll team or processing payroll for a medium - large organisation.
- Experience within using a Payroll HR system.
- Excellent knowledge of UK payroll legislation.
- Ability to meet deadlines consistently.
- Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Excel.
- Strong analytical and numerical skills
- Methodical with an attention to detail whilst working at pace.
Join Whitbread’s HR Service Team:
Join Whitbread’s HR Service Centre Team and be part of a dynamic group driving our success. As part of a FTSE 100 leader, our team delivers top-notch support, ensuring timely and accurate payroll processing, compliance, and continual HR improvements. Focused on employee satisfaction and operational efficiency, the HR Service Centre fosters a positive work environment and enables our workforce to thrive.
We believe that everyone is unique and there should be no barriers to entry and no limits to ambition. We are committed to being an inclusive organisation that values diversity and welcomes your application whatever your background or situation.
Under-represented groups such as women, ethnic minorities, people with disabilities & members of the LGBTQIA+ community (those who identify as lesbian, gay, bi, trans and non-binary or those who use a different LGBTQIA+ term), are strongly encouraged to build a career with us. Speak to us about workplace adjustments, part-time and flexible working. Where possible we will support this.
Job ref: 31979-4492
Advertised: 26 Nov 2024
