Job Description

Job Summary

We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Payroll Coordinator to join our dynamic team.

Working closely with the Payroll Manager, you'll be a key part of ensuring smooth payroll operations across all our sites. From processing new starters and leavers to resolving pay queries and keeping records compliant, this role offers the chance to develop your payroll expertise within a friendly, supportive, and collaborative team.

As part of the role you will have the chance to develop your skills within a supportive Finance team and opportunities to get involved in projects and process improvements.

This role requires strong analytical skills and proficiency in various accounting and Payroll software system (ITrent).

Responsibilities

Assisting with the

monthly payroll process

- including starters, leavers, pay changes, and adjustments. Maintaining accurate and up-to-date

employee payroll records

in partnership with HR. Processing

clocking in/out data

and ensuring correct input into the payroll system (e.g. iTrent). Helping to prepare and post

payroll journals

and supporting account reconciliations. Responding to employee queries on payslips, deductions, and tax with professionalism and care. Supporting the submission of statutory returns (FPS/EPS) to HMRC. Assisting with

pension processing

across all sites. Uploading and securely distributing

payslips

. Contributing to

process improvements

, audits, and wider finance projects.

Experience

Proven experience in a payroll or accounting role is essential. Familiarity with ITrent is highly desirable Strong understanding of HRIS systems and their integration with payroll processes. Excellent data entry skills with a high level of accuracy. Demonstrated analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data sets. Previous experience in payroll role is an advantage.
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Job Types: Full-time, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 6 months

Pay: 28,236.00 per year

Benefits:

Cycle to work scheme Enhanced maternity leave Enhanced paternity leave Health & wellbeing programme Life insurance Private medical insurance Referral programme Sick pay
Experience:

Payroll: 1 year (required) iTrent: 1 year (preferred) Monthly Payroll Processing: 1 year (preferred)
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person