Payroll Administrator

Main Purpose of Role:

To support the accurate and timely processing of weekly payroll. This is a hands-on administrative role with a strong focus on Excel, data accuracy and payroll processing, working as part of the wider Payroll team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the processing of weekly payroll, including hours, overtime, allowances, bonuses and deductions.

• Use Excel extensively to prepare, review, reconcile and maintain payroll data.

• Work with large volumes of payroll information, checking data for accuracy and identifying discrepancies.

• Maintain accurate employee records, including starters, leavers, pay changes, annual leave and bank details.

• Process statutory deductions, pension contributions and benefits.

• Assist with the preparation of payroll reports and statutory filings within required deadlines.

• Complete weekly payroll reconciliations and support month-end and year-end activities.

• Manage the payroll inbox and respond to employee queries in a timely manner.

• Assist with payroll audits and maintain accurate payroll documentation.

• Liaise with Site Administrators and HR to ensure payroll changes are received before payroll cut-off dates.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Strong Excel skills are essential, with confidence working with spreadsheets, formulas and large volumes of data.

• Practical experience using Excel for data administration, reconciliation or reporting.

• Previous experience in payroll, finance administration, accounts administration or a similar data-focused administrative role is desirable.

• Good numerical skills with excellent attention to detail and accuracy.

• Experience using payroll software such as MegaPay, SAP or similar would be advantageous.

• Good organisational skills and the ability to work to strict weekly deadlines.

• Strong communication skills and the ability to handle confidential information appropriately.

• Knowledge of payroll processes, tax and pension requirements is advantageous.

• IPASS qualification or an interest in developing a career in payroll is desirable.

• Experience in a high-volume or multi-site environment would be advantageous.