Job Introduction
Payroll Officer
Location: Alderley Park, Macclesfield
Pay: £30,000 – £35,000
Closing Date: 30th June 2026
About the Role
Gray Healthcare is recruiting a Payroll Officer to support our Finance Team at our head office in Alderley Park.
This is a key role focused on delivering an accurate, compliant and efficient payroll service. You will ensure all payroll transactions are processed correctly, on time, and with a clear audit trail, supporting strong financial control and organisational oversight.
This role goes beyond payroll processing. You will support governance, maintain financial integrity, and contribute to a culture of accuracy, accountability, and continuous improvement. Your work will support staff confidence, audit readiness, and informed decision-making.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Managing end-to-end payroll processes accurately and on time
- Processing starters, leavers, and payroll changes
- Calculating statutory payments including SSP, SMP and SPP
- Managing pensions, auto-enrolment and contributions
- Administering tax codes, P45s, P11Ds and RTI submissions
- Completing payroll reconciliations and control accounts
- Preparing payroll journals and month-end accruals
- Reconciling hours worked against contracted arrangements
- Identifying and resolving discrepancies promptly
- Maintaining accurate records with a clear audit trail
- Supporting audits through robust payroll documentation
- Responding to staff queries on pay, deductions and pensions
- Liaising with HMRC and pension providers
- Producing payroll reports to support decision-making
What We’re Looking For
Essential
- Experience in a payroll role
- Experience using NetSuite Payroll or similar systems
- Strong knowledge of tax, National Insurance and statutory payments
- Ability to calculate payroll manually (gross to net)
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy
- Good organisational and time management skills
- Confident communication and stakeholder engagement skills
- Ability to manage confidential information professionally
- Competent in Microsoft Excel and Office
Desirable
- Payroll qualification
- Experience in health and social care
- Wider finance or accounts experience
What Success Looks Like in This Role
- Payroll is accurate, timely and fully compliant
- Clear audit trails and strong financial control are maintained
- Discrepancies are identified early and resolved quickly
- Staff have confidence in payroll accuracy and responsiveness
- Payroll processes support governance, compliance and audit readiness
Working Hours
- 37.5 hours per week
- Monday to Friday, 9am–5pm
- Office-based role
Training and Development
We provide:
- Fully supported induction
- Ongoing professional development
- Opportunities to develop within the Finance function
Why Join Gray Healthcare
Gray Healthcare is a specialist Health and Social Care provider. We support people with Learning Disabilities, Autism, Mental Health conditions, Acquired Brain Injury, and Emotional Complex Needs to transition safely and successfully from inpatient and community settings back into their own homes and communities.
Our approach is founded on person-centred care, clinical expertise, and measurable outcomes, enabling individuals to regain control, independence, and quality of life within their own environment.
We design and deliver bespoke support packages for each individual, led by a dedicated multidisciplinary team and adapted to meet both current and future needs. Our focus is not only on stability, but on progression, independence, and reducing long-term reliance on restrictive environments.
We are committed to delivering safe, effective, and outcome-focused care, underpinned by continuous improvement, strong governance, and a culture of learning. Our services are designed to demonstrate clear evidence of impact, including improved wellbeing, reduced risk, and successful community integration.
At Gray Healthcare, we are passionate about delivering exceptional care and Outstanding outcomes. Our commitment to quality and transparency is reflected in our Care Quality Commission (CQC) ratings and inspection reports, available on our website.
Benefits
- Competitive salary
- Westfield Health Plan & rewards
- Free parking
- Company pension
- Professional development
- Blue Light Card
Additional Information
- Right to work in the UK required
- Enhanced DBS may be required
