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- Hybrid work
- Microsoft Excel
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- Organisational skills
- Free parking
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Payroll Specialist

Canon -
Uxbridge

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Job details

Full-time

Benefits

Free parking
Company pension
Employee discount
Transport links
Flexible schedule
On-site parking
Shuttle service provided

Qualifications

Microsoft Excel
CIPP
Analysis skills
Organisational skills
Payroll
Root cause analysis
HMRC

Full job description

As our Payroll Specialist you will be responsible for;

Payroll Governance & Delivery

Support and oversee key stages of the monthly end-to-end UK payroll cycle, ensuring payroll data is accurate, complete, and compliant
Perform detailed payroll validations, reconciliations, and sense checks before and after payroll is run
Review payroll outputs from the third-party provider, identifying discrepancies and ensuring timely resolution
Manage off-cycle payments, corrections, and adjustments in line with approved controls
Support month-end and year-end payroll activities, including reconciliations and P60 processes

Compliance & Statutory Obligations

Ensure full compliance with UK legislation, including:
PAYE, National Insurance, and RTI (FPS/EPS)
Statutory payments (SSP, SMP, SAP, ShPP)
Auto‑enrolment pensions
National Minimum Wage
P45, P60, and P11D processes
Support responses to HMRC queries and statutory requests, ensuring accurate and timely information is provided
Manage payroll record‑keeping in line with HMRC and GDPR requirements.

Controls, Risk & Assurance

Maintain a payroll issue log, ensuring root‑cause analysis and trend reporting.
Maintain accurate payroll records, schedules, and documentation in line with governance standards
Identify and mitigate payroll risks, including audit findings.
Support internal and external audit activity, including preparation of evidence and documentation
Investigate payroll issues and errors, performing root cause analysis and supporting corrective actions

Stakeholder Management

Act as a senior escalation point for complex payroll and pay-related employee queries
Work closely with HR Operations, Finance, and the third-party payroll provider to ensure data accuracy and timely processing
Provide clear, professional communication to employees, maintaining confidentiality and discretion
Support senior stakeholders with payroll data, insights, and reporting.
Support consistent ways of working across the payroll team

Continuous Improvement & Systems

Identify opportunities to improve payroll efficiency, accuracy, and resilience.
Support payroll system upgrades, implementations, or provider changes.
Maintain up‑to‑date payroll procedures and user guides.
Ensure payroll master data integrity and validation controls.
Share best practice and technical knowledge within the payroll team

At Canon, we’ve been inspiring people to capture and share their world for over 85 years. As a global leader in imaging and innovation, we’re driven by bold ideas, collaboration, and a commitment to making a positive impact. We’re proud of our diverse, inclusive culture and our philosophy of Kyosei – living and working together for the common good. We welcome applicants from all communities and backgrounds.

Why Join Us?

Be part of a diverse, energetic team, joining 50+ nationalities at our Stockley Park Head Office
Enjoy hybrid working (3 days in office, 2 from home)
Benefit from flexible hours, professional development, and a wide range of perks
Minimum of 25 days of personal holiday per year with up to 5 days of available holiday purchase
Access a competitive salary, benefits, a generous pension scheme and up to 38% discount on Canon products
Be part of a company that values sustainability, inclusion, and your personal growth
Great transport links- Elizabeth Line and Stockley Park low-cost Shuttle Bus and free parking on site

If you are ready to make an impact – we’d love to hear from you.

In order to be successful as our Payroll Specialist you will posses the following;

Personal Attributes

High attention to detail with excellent analytical skills.
Calm and decisive under time pressure (especially during payroll cut‑off).
Strong ownership and accountability mindset.
Confident communicator with the ability to challenge constructively.
High levels of discretion and integrity.
Collaborative team player with a continuous improvement mindset

Key Measures of Success

Payroll activities delivered accurately and on time each cycle
Strong controls and reconciliations evidenced and maintained
Payroll issues resolved efficiently with minimal reoccurrence
Positive working relationships with HR, Finance, and payroll providers
High-quality service delivered to employees and stakeholders

Canon Core Behaviours

Drive for results
Focus on the Customer
Take ownership and accountability
Act as a team player
Shows courage and conviction
People orientated
Caring for self and others

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As our Payroll Specialist you will have to following skills and expertise;

Essential

Extensive experience in UK end‑to‑end payroll within a corporate or shared services environment.
Strong practical knowledge of UK payroll legislation and HMRC requirements, including PAYE, National Insurance, RTI submissions, statutory payments, and auto‑enrolment pension regulations.
Experience working with third‑party payroll providers (e.g. ADP) and operating robust payroll controls in regulated environments.
Proven ability to manage payroll reconciliations, investigations, and resolve complex payroll and compliance issues.
Advanced Excel skills to support payroll validation, reconciliation, and reporting.
High attention to detail with strong analytical and organisational skills, and a confident communicator able to handle complex payroll queries.

Desirable

Experience managing or overseeing outsourced payroll providers.
Experience working in a controlled environment (e.g. audit, SOX‑style controls).
Payroll qualification (e.g. CIPP Foundation or Diploma).
Experience supporting payroll systems implementations or upgrades.

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