Payroll Specialist (Fixed-Term Contract) | Finance & Accounting
Who We Are
FTI Consulting is the world’s leading expert-driven consulting firm. Over the last 40 years, FTI Consulting experts have served as the trusted advisor to Fortune 500 companies and the world’s leading law and private equity firms when they are facing their greatest opportunities and challenges. Our strong performance and continued success are a direct reflection of the ambition, energy and commitment of our talented professionals across the globe to make a positive impact for our clients and communities.
At FTI Consulting, you’ll work side-by side with leaders who have shaped history, helping solve the biggest challenges making headlines today. From day one, you’ll be an integral part of a focused team where you can make a real impact. You’ll be surrounded by an open, collaborative culture that embraces diversity, recognition, professional development and, most importantly, you.
Are you ready to make your impact?
About The Role
We have an opening for a Payroll Specialist to join us on a fixed-term-contract for ~12 months.
The Payroll Specialist is a support role within the EMEA payroll team that reports to the UK Payroll Manager. The Payroll Specialist will assist in all aspects of the monthly payroll processing, (we are an in-house processing payroll on the ADP IHCM NGUX Platform,) as well as supporting other administrative functions within the team.
What You’ll Do
Contribute to the processing of FTI UK Payroll for approx. 1,500 UK employees monthly
Collate and process all UK payroll data into ADP IHCM NGUX, (Starters, Leavers, Benefits, Bonuses, Overtime, Pensions etc.)
Attention to detail in sense checking all payroll input data is complete & correct
Manually calculate PAYE and NI calculations, Gross to Net as needed
Prepare and issue Maternity Pay Schedules
Calculate SSP, SMP, SAP, SPP & SHPP
Assist in the checking and validating of all data entered into ADP
Issue the monthly payroll files to Senior Management for approval and payroll sign off
Assist in the production of final payroll reports to enable the Management Accounting Team to post the monthly payroll journal
Assist in the reconciliation of pensions and upload to Scottish Widows
Assist in the preparations of the monthly reconciliations for payments to HMRC and other third parties
Act as a backup to other EMEA colleagues and process other payrolls as required
Provide earnings data to the Global Mobility team as required
Maintain an understanding of current payroll legislation: RTI and Auto Enrolment
Prepare and submit monthly ONS data
Preparation of the Modified Payroll
Process P11D’s
Liaise with and maintain good relationships with internal clients on a daily basis - Employees, Benefits team, Finance, HR, HMRC, Pension Provider, Childcare Vouchers, etc.
How You’ll Grow
We are committed to investing and supporting you in your professional development and we have developed a range of programs focused on fostering leadership, growth and development opportunities. We aim to promote continuous learning and individual skills development through on-the-job learning, self-guided professional development courses and certifications. You’ll be assigned a dedicated coach to mentor, guide and support you through regular coaching sessions and serve as an advocate for your professional growth.
As you progress through your career at FTI Consulting, we offer tailored programs for critical professional milestones to ensure you are prepared and empowered to take on your next role.
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What You Will Need to Succeed
Experience of working to tight deadlines
Strong organisation skills and methodical mindset
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
Strong attention to detail is essential
Ability to prioritise, manage time and work effectively
Strong team player in an environment of professionals
Experience of working in a fast-paced environment
Open minded and positive attitude
Basic Qualifications
Payroll experience in the UK, with processing volumes of 800+
Experience of dealing with payrolls from start to finish in an in-house processing environment
Ability to manually calculate PAYE and NI calculations, Gross to Net
In depth knowledge of statutory legislation in relation to: SSP, SMP, SAP, SPP & SHPP
Experience processing P11D’s and modified payroll
Solid understanding of current pension legislation
In depth understanding of all aspects of parental leave, including Alabaster
Strong proficiency in MS Office, critically Excel (v-look ups & Pivots)
Preferred Qualifications
System knowledge of ADP IHCM
Professional services industry experience
Experience of processing Shadow Payroll
Experience of processing Partnership (LLP) payroll
CIPP qualifications
Total Wellbeing
Our goal is to support the wellbeing of you and your families - physically, emotionally, and financially. We offer market competitive benefits (including pension), supplemented by 15 flexible benefits, to meet your needs. These include health, lifestyle and family friendly options. We also offer professional development programme, wellness, recognition, community volunteering initiatives, and flexible/hybrid working arrangements.
About FTI Consulting
FTI Consulting, Inc. is a leading global expert firm for organisations facing crisis and transformation, with more than 8,100 employees located in 32 countries and territories as of December 31, 2025. In certain jurisdictions, FTI Consulting’s services are provided through distinct legal entities that are separately capitalised and independently managed. The Company generated $3.80 billion in revenues during fiscal year 2025. More information can be found at www.fticonsulting.com.
FTI Consulting is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, protected veteran status, religion, physical or mental disability, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.
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