About this role
Payroll Administrator Permanent Monday - Thursday 8am - 4.15pm Friday 8am - 3pm Stoke on Trent £28,000
We're looking for an organised and detail-focused Payroll Administrator to join a busy and supportive People & Culture team.
If you're someone who genuinely enjoys working with numbers, takes pride in getting the detail right and likes knowing that your work directly impacts people across the business, this could be a great opportunity for you.
You'll be responsible for supporting the smooth and accurate running of payroll, making sure employees are paid correctly and on time, whilst providing a reliable and professional service to colleagues and managers.
Key Responsibilities Working alongside the Payroll Manager, you'll provide day-to-day administrative support across the payroll function. From processing payroll information and maintaining employee records to dealing with queries, supporting pension administration and assisting with statutory payments, you'll play an important part in keeping everything running smoothly and meeting key payroll deadlines. Supporting the accurate and timely processing of payrollEnsuring payroll deadlines are consistently metMaintaining accurate employee payroll records, including starter and leaver informationProcessing payroll changes, deductions and other relevant informationAssisting with holiday calculations and statutory paymentsSupporting pension administrationProducing and completing payroll reports accurately and within required timescalesResponding to payroll queries from employees and managers and resolving issues wherever possibleSupporting the Payroll Manager with year-end activities and key payroll deadlinesKeeping payroll systems and employee information accurate and up to dateStaying informed of relevant payroll legislation and best practiceLooking for opportunities to improve payroll processes and ways of workingEnsuring all payroll information is handled with the highest level of confidentialityWorking in line with company procedures and compliance requirements Skills & Experience Required
We're looking for someone who already has some hands-on payroll experience and is ready to build on that within a supportive team.You'll ideally have:Around 1-2 years' recent experience working within a payroll environmentA good understanding of payroll processes and relevant legislationExperience using computerised payroll systemsStrong IT skills, including Microsoft Excel, Word and OutlookGCSE Maths and English (or equivalent) at Grade 4-9Excellent attention to detail and a methodical approach to your workThe ability to work accurately under pressure and meet deadlinesStrong organisational skills and the ability to manage your own workloadA professional and approachable mannerExcellent communication skills and the confidence to deal with payroll queriesThe ability to work both independently and as part of a wider teamA high level of discretion when handling confidential employee information The benefits
You'll be joining a professional People & Culture team where you'll have the support and training you need to settle into the role and develop your knowledge.
The benefits package includes:
Company pension, free pension advice and life insuranceHealthcare Cash PlanEmployee Assistance ProgrammeOccupational Health ScreeningHealth & Wellbeing ProgrammeEnhanced annual leaveEnhanced maternity and paternity payBereavement leave and company sick payCycle to Work SchemeDiscounted productsFree on-site parkingEmployee referral schemeLong Service AwardsReward & Recognition ProgrammeCompany eventsPre-retirement schemeCasual dress If you're looking for a role where you can make a real impact behind the scenes and be part of a people-focused environment, we'd love to hear from you. Please apply now or get in touch with Jo Thompson - for more information. Feel free to contact me directly with any questions about the role or the recruitment process.
Xpert Recruitment Ltd is acting as an employment agency on behalf of our client. By applying, you agree to register with us and consent to us holding your personal details on file. Due to the high volume of applications, we will only contact candidates who have been shortlisted for the role. However, we may also reach out regarding other suitable vacancies that match your profile.