Payroll Analyst

About the Company

Westinghouse Electric Company operates from Springfields and is part of the future of nuclear energy, combining innovation and technical expertise to help shape tomorrow’s power solutions. The organisation describes innovation as a core value and focuses on rethinking what is possible across the nuclear sector.

Role Overview

The Payroll Analyst will be responsible for supporting UK payroll operations end to end in partnership with an external payroll provider. The position reports to the Manager, Global Payroll and is based at Springfields, with a working arrangement that can include both office and remote work depending on business needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with the full UK payroll cycle alongside an external payroll provider.
• Check and confirm payroll results such as gross-to-net calculations, payslips, and time-and-attendance information.
• Make sure payroll activity follows UK requirements, including PAYE, National Insurance, HMRC rules, and RTI filing obligations.
• Help with year-end tasks such as P60 and P11D processing, as well as other statutory reporting duties.
• Keep employee payroll data accurate, including deductions, benefits, and pension contributions.
• Support pension administration, including automatic enrolment and both employer and employee contribution handling.
• Carry out payroll reconciliations and support audit-related work.
• Review and resolve payroll questions related to pay, tax, benefits, and pensions.
• Prepare routine and ad hoc payroll reports for Finance, HR, and outside parties.
• Work closely with HR and Finance to keep data aligned across systems such as SAP and SuccessFactors.
• Develop strong working relationships with payroll vendors and internal teams.
• Spot process issues and help improve procedures and documentation.

Requirements

• At least 5 years of experience handling UK payroll.
• Solid understanding of UK payroll rules, including PAYE, National Insurance, HMRC reporting, and pension requirements.
• Background in supporting end-to-end payroll in a complex or international setting.
• Strong analytical ability with a careful eye for detail.
• Advanced Excel capability, including validation and reconciliation work.
• Good communication skills and confidence working with several stakeholders.
• Fluency in English, both written and spoken.

Work Arrangement

The position is based in the UK and can be performed through a split between office and remote work, with the exact balance agreed according to current operational needs.

Benefits

• Attractive pay.
• Useful benefits that support convenience and safety.
• Peer recognition programme.
• Life insurance.
• Pension plan.
• Employee Assistance Program offering confidential counselling and resources for employees, eligible dependents, and household members.
• Learning and development opportunities.
• Opportunities to take part in community service events and team-building activities.

Equal Opportunity

Westinghouse states that it is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from veterans and individuals with disabilities.