Payroll Admin

Job Summary

A national facilities management company is seeking an organised and detail-oriented Payroll Administrator to join our team. The successful candidate will play a vital role in ensuring accurate and timely payroll processing while maintaining compliance with regulations. This role offers the opportunity for professional development, with support available towards obtaining payroll qualifications. The role will be based in the office initially, with the possibility of one work-from-home day per week after successfully completing the probation period.

Key Responsibilities

1. Payroll Administration

Process starters, leavers, and contract amendments, ensuring data is accurately recorded in the payroll system.

Process statutory payments, including Statutory Sick Pay (SSP), Statutory Maternity Pay (SMP), and other statutory entitlements.

Run payroll for approximately 4,000 employees, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.

Maintain employee records, including personal details, bank details, and tax codes.

2. Compliance and Reporting

Ensure compliance with relevant payroll laws, regulations, and company policies.

Support audits and produce accurate reports for internal and external stakeholders.

3. Employee Queries

Respond promptly to payroll-related queries from employees, providing clear and accurate information.

4. Data Management

Use Excel and payroll software to manage, analyse, and reconcile payroll data.

Perform data checks to ensure accuracy and integrity.

5. Continuous Improvement

Contribute to process improvements within the payroll function.

Assist with the implementation of new systems or software updates.

6. Training and Development

Take advantage of company-sponsored opportunities to gain payroll qualifications.

Requirements

Essential:

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.

Desirable:

Familiarity with UK payroll legislation and compliance requirements.

Experience with payroll software systems.

Willingness to work towards recognised payroll qualifications.

What We Offer

Support towards gaining professional payroll qualifications.

Opportunity for career progression within a growing organisation.

A collaborative and supportive team environment.

Flexibility to work from home one day per week following successful completion of probation.

Tech to Work Scheme.

Cycle to Work Scheme.

Access to Rewards Gateway for exclusive discounts and offers.

Wagestream – access earned pay as you need it.

How to Apply
To apply, please submit your CV and a cover letter detailing your experience and suitability for the role to [email protected]