Payroll Administrator

Job Description:

I am currently recruiting for a Payroll Administrator position for a client based in South Leicestershire.

Key Responsibilities for the payroll administrator:

• Calculate timesheets for approximately 40-50 employees and manage agency worker submissions via the portal.
• Process monthly and weekly payroll for 80 employees.
• Manage starters and leavers, including issuing P45s and preparing induction packs and offer letters.
• Issue employee contracts and consult with our HR provider.
• Track and process holiday pay, sickness, statutory payments, and deductions.
• Handle pension calculations, reporting, and EPS submissions.
• Upload payroll to the bank for timely BACS payments.
• Issue letters regarding salary and contract changes.
• Support the Finance Manager with annual P11D processing.
• Run year-end payroll procedures and issue P60s.
• Maintain accurate, confidential records and complete national statistic reports.
• Reconcile payroll for month-end reports.
• Provide advice on Tax, NI, SMP, and pension matters.
• Check and process monthly expenses.
• Stay current with payroll legislation and respond to queries promptly.

Essential Requirements for the Payroll Administrator:

• Proficiency in running weekly and monthly payroll cycles.
• Strong numerical, analytical, and organisational skills with high attention to detail.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Comprehensive knowledge of payroll concepts and statutory practices.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.

Advantageous Skills:

• Experience with Sage 50cloud Payroll.

Remuneration and Benefits:

- Salary: £32,000 - £35,000 (dependent on experience).

- Hours: 40 hours per week (Mon–Fri, 8:30 am – 5:00 pm) with some flexibility.

- Holiday: 33 days per year (including bank holidays), with long-service increments.

- Equipment: Laptop and phone provided.

- Benefits: Company pension, Cash Plan (post-probation), Long Service Awards, staff competitions, and Employee Assistance Programme.

Please do get in touch for more information and thank you