Payroll Implementation Analyst – SAMpeople

Arbor Education

. Conduct line-by-line reconciliations of historical YTD figures, including gross pay, net pay, PAYE, National Insurance, TPS, LGPS, and statutory deductions .

Posted 10/23/2026full-timeRemote • United KingdomMid-LevelSenior💰 £32,000 - £38,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in UK payroll frameworks, compliance, and auditing, with a strong ability to manage multiple payroll builds and implement system improvements. Proficient in data management and reconciliation processes, ensuring accuracy and adherence to legislation.

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UK Payroll FrameworksPayroll ComplianceData ManagementPayroll Implementation MethodologiesCIPP Certification

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Hard Skills

Payroll ReconciliationStatutory DeductionsSpreadsheet AnalysisData ValidationPayroll AuditingSystem AuditsPayroll Variance AnalysisPayroll SetupProcess ImprovementsLegislation Changes

Soft Skills

Attention to DetailVerbal CommunicationWritten CommunicationOrganizational SkillsStakeholder Engagement

Tools & Technologies

Computerised Payroll SystemsCloud-Based SaaS Platforms

Certifications & Qualifications

CIPP Certification

Industry Keywords

Multi-Academy TrustsUK GDPRPension Delivery ProtocolsEducation-Sector Payroll

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Cloud

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Conduct line-by-line reconciliations of historical YTD figures, including gross pay, net pay, PAYE, National Insurance, TPS, LGPS, and statutory deductions
Plan, execute, and evaluate parallel payroll runs for schools and Multi-Academy Trusts
Compare new-system outputs against legacy payroll data and resolve discrepancies
Provide audit-ready reconciliation sign-off documentation
Deliver verified payroll setups to the ongoing client delivery team
Liaise with Implementation Specialists to obtain, summarise, and verify onboarding information and datasets
Analyse, track, and document payroll variances and resolve root causes with implementation and finance teams
Maintain live payroll system frameworks and implement platform updates and schema adjustments
Execute system and account audits
Incorporate payroll and pension legislation changes into active account builds
Develop system, document/template, and process improvements
Prepare reconciliation evidence and sign-off materials for operational handover
Design integrated payroll journals and operational summaries for client financial controllers
Follow information security policies and UK GDPR data governance
Perform administrative data validation and workplace support tasks
Maintain authoritative knowledge of company products and features

Requirements

What you’ll need

Proven, documented payroll operational experience in a fast-paced environment
Up-to-date, comprehensive knowledge of standard UK payroll frameworks and pension delivery protocols
Practical experience and sound technical knowledge of computerised payroll systems, payroll implementation methodologies, and platform builds
Solid operational understanding of payroll compliance, legal parameters, and auditing structures
Ability to organise, manage, and deliver multiple customer payroll builds concurrently under tight schedules
Highly developed data management, structural data profiling, and spreadsheet analysis skills
Meticulous attention to detail
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Ability to convey reconciliation processes clearly to stakeholders
Desirable: experience with UK education-sector payroll setups, multi-academy trusts, or local authorities
Desirable: formal payroll or pension practitioner certification, such as CIPP or equivalent
Desirable: foundational experience with cloud-based SaaS platform implementations

Benefits

Comp & perks

32 days holiday plus Bank Holidays (25 days annual leave plus 7 extra company-wide days)
Life Assurance paid out at 3x annual salary
Comprehensive wellness benefit with 24/7 virtual GP, mental health support, counselling, and personalised health checks
Private Dental Insurance with Bupa
Salary sacrifice Pension provided by Scottish Widows
Enhanced maternity and adoption leave (20 weeks full pay)
Enhanced paternity leave (6 weeks full pay)
5 free return-to-work maternity coaching sessions
Access to Calm and Bippit financial wellbeing coaching
Flexible working
Social committees and team, office, and company-wide events
Dedicated professional development training budget, including CPD courses, upskilling resources, and professional memberships
One paid volunteer day per year
Wellbeing initiatives including mindfulness, lunch n learns, manager training, and mental health first aid training