Full job description NXTGEN Recruitment are delighted to be partnering with a well-established and people-focused business to recruit a Payroll Administrator. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced payroll professional looking for a varied role within a supportive finance team where accuracy, attention to detail and excellent customer service are highly valued.
As Payroll Administrator, you’ll take ownership of a high-volume weekly payroll process whilst also supporting wider finance activities. This role would suit somebody who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment, thrives on meeting deadlines and takes pride in delivering an accurate and efficient payroll service.
Key Responsibilities *Process accurate and timely weekly payroll for a large employee population
*Manage payroll administration, including starters, leavers and contractual amendments
*Act as the first point of contact for payroll-related queries from employees and managers
*Investigate and resolve payroll discrepancies, escalating where appropriate
*Administer statutory payments including SSP, SMP and other employee-related payments
*Support pension administration and payroll compliance requirements
*Carry out payroll checks, reconciliations and reporting activities
*Maintain accurate payroll records in line with GDPR and company policies
*Produce payroll reports and support audit requirements
*Work closely with finance colleagues to assist with reporting and month-end activities
*Support banking, reconciliations and other transactional finance tasks when required
*Contribute to process improvements and support the ongoing development of payroll procedures
*Build strong working relationships across the wider business
What We’re Looking For *Previous experience in a Payroll Administrator, Payroll Officer or Payroll Assistant position
*Strong end-to-end payroll processing experience
*Good understanding of UK payroll legislation, including PAYE, National Insurance, SSP and SMP
*Experience working within a high-volume payroll environment
*Strong attention to detail and excellent organisational skills
*Confident using Excel and other Microsoft Office applications
*Ability to manage multiple priorities and work to strict deadlines
*Previous exposure to finance processes such as purchase ledger, sales ledger or reconciliations would be advantageous
*A proactive and team-focused approach
Salary offered is dependent on experience and qualifications