Job Description

Payroll Administrator

Location:

Ossett, West Yorkshire

Salary:

Competitive (dependent on experience)

Hours:

Full time, Monday-Thursday 8am-4.30pm, Friday 8am-3.30pm

Company Overview

Hartwell Manufacturing Ltd is a leading engineering and fabrication business, providing high-quality industrial acoustic enclosures, modular data centre solutions, and pressure vessels for clients across the UK and internationally. With continued growth, we are looking for a talented Payroll Administrator to join our Finance team at our Ossett headquarters.

The Role

We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Payroll Administrator to run the payroll function end-to-end. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of payroll processes, statutory compliance, and reporting. The role will also involve supporting the Finance function, with training provided in accounting where required.

Key Responsibilities:

Process bi-weekly payrolls and subcontractor payments accurately and on time Maintain payroll records, including new starters, leavers, and tax code amendments Manage the time and attendance system and time sheet entry Ensure compliance with statutory regulations Handle employee payroll queries (e.g. payslips, deductions, tax codes) Manage monthly payments to HMRC, pensions, and other payroll-related payments Upload bi-weekly pension contributions onto the pensions portal Produce bi-weekly and monthly payroll reporting, including HMRC submissions (P32s, RTI, P60s, P11Ds) Process bi-weekly payroll journals and payroll balance sheet reconciliations Support finance with ad-hoc tasks such as accounts payable, invoice processing, and expenses

What We're Looking For:

Previous payroll experience (end-to-end)

Accounts/finance experience desirable (training provided) Familiarity with payroll/accounting software (e.g. Sage) and time & attendance systems (Time-Pro) Strong numerical and analytical skills Excellent attention to detail and confidentiality Effective communicator with good interpersonal skills

Personal Attributes:

Team player with a positive and flexible attitude Self-motivated and able to use own initiative Reliable and adaptable to change Respectful, professional, and committed to maintaining strong working relationships

What We Offer:

Competitive salary, dependent on experience Full training and development opportunities 25 days holiday + bank holidays Company pension scheme A friendly, supportive working environment in a growing organisation
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: From 26,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Company pension Free parking On-site gym On-site parking
Work Location: In person