Payroll Administrator

Harpenden, ENG, GB, United Kingdom

Job Description

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced payroll administrator eager to take on new challenges. In this role, you will work closely with both internal and external stakeholders, reporting directly to the Director of Finance. The payroll is managed in house from start to finish, including benefits and pension administration. You will take full ownership of the monthly end to end payroll for around 450 employees and play a key role in ensuring the integrity and insightfulness of financial information.

Person specification:



The ideal candidate is curious, adaptable, and passionate about payroll. You have strong attention to detail, excellent organisational skills, and a knack for problem-solving. While you are self-motivated and capable of working independently, you also understand the value of teamwork and collaboration.

You must be able to demonstrate previous experience processing a busy payroll, from start to finish. You should have a good understanding of UK PAYE legislation and a good understanding of how to calculate deductions such overpayments, maternity, sickness payments, Tax and National Insurance.

We're looking for someone with a customer-focused mindset, who can thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and effectively contribute to our continued growth. The successful candidate will bring relevant knowledge and experience to the role.

Key Accountabilities:



Manage end-to-end payroll processes for UK employees

Ensure accurate and timely payroll calculations and payments

Ability to handle tax, NI, Pension and RTI submissions

Maintain meticulous records and documentation for auditing purposes

Month-end reporting, including correct allocation of costs across all locations

Pension administration with varying pension schemes

Ownership of payroll balance sheet reconciliations

Manage the payroll data inbox daily including logging incoming payroll changes and liaising with colleagues to resolve queries and respond to requests

Produce year end reports and issue P60s

Ensure that all payroll activities meet legislative and statutory requirements

Please note that while this job description outlines the key accountabilities, it is not exhaustive, and additional duties may be assigned as needed within the scope of the role.

Required skills and Qualifications:

Strong payroll knowledge and experience (at least 3 years' payroll experience, in a similar role)

Relevant payroll qualification

Experience with Sage 50 Payroll

Demonstrate a good understanding of payroll tax, pension schemes administration and payroll legislation

Robust IT skills including strong Excel skills with the ability to manage and interpret large volumes of data

Ability to work optimally cross-functionally with various departments throughout the organisation

Outstanding communication skills, both verbal and written, including the ability to communicate confidently and professionally at all levels within the organisation

Strong organisational skills with a high standard of accuracy and meticulous attention to detail

Awareness of confidentiality and need for discretion

Ability to work well in a pressured and fast paced environment

Solution focused and hands-on with the ability to prioritise effectively own work in order to meet deadlines

A proactive mindset, with confidence to suggest and implement process improvements

Ability and willingness to quickly absorb new information and work in a rapid change environment

Willingness to be fully office based

Benefits



A competitive salary commensurate with experience.

Pension scheme.

Application Process: Interested candidates should submit their CV and a cover letter detailing their relevant experience and interest in the role.

Part time 3 to 4 days



Salary: competitive based on experience

Location: Harpenden

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: From 28,000.00 per year

Expected hours: 24 - 30 per week

Benefits:

On-site parking
Schedule:

No weekends
Work Location: In person

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Job Detail

  • Job Id
    JD3522858
  • Industry
    Not mentioned
  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Part Time
  • Salary:
    Not mentioned
  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    Harpenden, ENG, GB, United Kingdom
  • Education
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