Payroll Administrator

Payroll Administrator

East Leeds | £30,000–£32,000 | 2 Permanent Opportunities

Payroll is one of those functions where getting the detail right really matters. From starters and leavers to pensions, deductions and HMRC submissions, there's plenty to keep on top of, and we're looking for two experienced Payroll Administrators to join a growing finance team in East Leeds.

These aren't roles where you'll be responsible for just one small part of the process. You'll take ownership of the full four-weekly payroll cycle, working across a growing portfolio of locations and ensuring employees are paid accurately and on time.

You'll have the support of an experienced Payroll Manager, with proper training on the business's systems and processes. It's an opportunity to build on your existing payroll knowledge, broaden your experience and become an important part of the team.

What will you be doing?

You'll be involved in the entire payroll cycle, with responsibilities including:

• Processing the four-weekly payroll from start to finish, ensuring deadlines and statutory requirements are met.
• Collating, entering and checking employee hours, starters, leavers, sickness, maternity and other payroll changes.
• Carrying out manual calculations and producing payroll reports.
• Processing HMRC information, including tax codes and student loan deductions.
• Managing employee leavers and producing P45s.
• Calculating and processing third-party payments, including attachment of earnings orders, CSA payments and other deductions.
• Maintaining pension records and ensuring contributions are paid within the required timescales.
• Responding to payroll queries from employees, care homes and regional managers.
• Managing the payroll inbox and associated administration.
• Working alongside HR and other departments to keep information accurate and resolve queries.
• Supporting the Payroll Manager with ad-hoc requirements and improvements to payroll processes.

What we're looking for

You'll need previous payroll experience and a good understanding of payroll processes. Beyond that, we're interested in how you approach your work.

You'll ideally be someone who:

• Has experience processing payroll and understands the importance of getting things right first time.
• Is confident working with figures and carrying out calculations.
• Can manage deadlines and prioritise effectively, particularly around busy payroll periods.
• Has good communication skills and is comfortable dealing with employee and management queries.
• Takes ownership of their workload and follows things through.
• Handles confidential information professionally and understands the importance of accuracy.
• Is comfortable learning new systems and adapting to different processes.

Experience with Sage Payroll, Excel or other payroll systems would be beneficial.

The Package

There's a good range of benefits on offer, including:

• Salary of £30,000–£32,000.
• Two permanent positions available.
• 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday.
• Office-based working in East Leeds.
• Flexible start time, anytime up to 9am.
• 23 days' annual leave, with the option to purchase an additional five.
• Annual salary review and annual discretionary bonus.
• Company pension.
• Gym membership.
• Support and training from an experienced Payroll Manager.
• Opportunities for further development and progression as the business grows.

If you're an experienced Payroll professional who enjoys having responsibility for the full process, working to clear deadlines and being part of a growing team, this is well worth a conversation.

For a confidential discussion, contact Chloe Wilford or Cameron Walsh, or apply today.