Our client based in the Newcastle area is looking to appoint an experienced Payroll professional on a temporary basis for a period of 3 - 6 months. The role will focus on managing end to end payroll processes to ensure that all employees are paid correctly and on time within a fast-moving commercial environment. Key accountabilities will include: Processing company payroll every pay period to meet all deadlines set. Maintaining the payroll processing system and records by gathering, calculating, and inputting data. Managing and coordinating requests for leave and other absences including absence reviews and other related meetings as required. Processing sickness and other absences in line with company policies and statutory entitlement. Handling changes in job status and job titles via the HR system. Processing overtime payments and realigning shift working arrangements. Adhering to payroll policies and procedures complying with UK law. Identifying, investigating, and resolving any discrepancies in payroll records. Completing payroll reports for record-keeping purposes as well as for managerial review in conjunction with the monthly payroll timelines. Liaising with HMRC in relation to any discrepancies on the PAYE account. Communicating with finance to ensure the BACs run is set up each month in time for payday Administering joiners and leavers to the Company Pension Plan. Provide quality customer service to the client group through the delivery of a professional and accurate payroll procedures. Supporting with other ad hoc general administrative tasks. Provide advice and guidance in relation to pay and benefits queries. The position requires applicants to have excellent administration experience of managing end to end payroll processes ideally gained from within a fast-paced environment. You must be customer focussed and have experience of using HR and Payroll systems previously.