Payroll Administrator

You will have:

• Experience in payroll administration or a similar role.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in data processing.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including formulas, pivot tables, and data analysis.
• Ability to handle confidential information with professionalism.
• Excellent organisational and time-management skills.
• Familiarity with UK payroll legislation and compliance requirements.
• Experience with payroll software systems.
• Willingness to work towards recognised payroll qualifications.

This position involves:

• Processing starters, leavers, and contract amendments, ensuring data is accurately recorded in the payroll system.
• Processing statutory payments, including Statutory Sick Pay (SSP), Statutory Maternity Pay (SMP), and other statutory entitlements.
• Running payroll for approximately 4,000 employees, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Maintaining employee records, including personal details, bank details, and tax codes.
• Ensuring compliance with relevant payroll laws, regulations, and company policies.
• Supporting audits and producing accurate reports for internal and external stakeholders.
• Responding promptly to payroll-related queries from employees, providing clear and accurate information.
• Using Excel and payroll software to manage, analyse, and reconcile payroll data.
• Performing data checks to ensure accuracy and integrity.
• Contributing to process improvements within the payroll function.
• Assisting with the implementation of new systems or software updates.
• Taking advantage of company-sponsored opportunities to gain payroll qualifications.