Part Time Payroll Administrator

JANE GORSE RECRUITMENT LIMITED; Knutsford; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free on-site parking

Job summary

Jane Gorse Recruitment Limited in Knutsford is seeking a part-time Payroll Administrator to join its team. The role focuses on accurate and timely processing of weekly and monthly payrolls, with responsibility for starter/leaver updates and payroll queries.

This temporary position will move to permanent and offers flexibility around hours. The ideal candidate has at least 2 years of payroll experience, strong Excel skills, and good communication, with Sage 50 experience a bonus.

Qualifications

• A minimum of 2 years’ payroll experience.
• Strong practical payroll knowledge.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills – essential.
• Experience of Sage 50 would be beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Processing weekly and monthly payrolls accurately and within agreed deadlines.
• Updating the payroll database and time management system with starter and leaver information.
• Processing Tax, NI, SSP and SMP payments and deductions.
• Maintaining accurate and confidential employee personnel and payroll records.
• Responding to payroll, pay and attendance queries from colleagues.
• Ensuring payroll information is accurate, up to date and compliant.
• Supporting the wider Payroll/HR function as required.

Skills

Payroll processing

Attention to detail

Excel

Communication skills

Tools

Sage 50

Job description

Part‑Time Payroll Administrator

Knutsford | £30,000–£35,000 FTE | Approx. 3 days per week | Temporary to Permanent

I’m recruiting on behalf of a growing business based in Knutsford that is looking for an experienced Payroll Administrator to join its team on a part‑time basis.

The position will initially be offered on a temporary basis, with the intention of moving to a permanent contract quickly. The role is expected to be around 3 days per week, with flexibility around working hours.

Reporting to the Head of Payroll/HR, you will take responsibility for the accurate and timely processing of both weekly and monthly payrolls.

Key Responsibilities

• Processing weekly and monthly payrolls accurately and within agreed deadlines
• Updating the payroll database and time management system with starter and leaver information
• Processing Tax, NI, SSP and SMP payments and deductions
• Maintaining accurate and confidential employee personnel and payroll records
• Responding to payroll, pay and attendance queries from colleagues
• Ensuring payroll information is accurate, up to date and compliant
• Supporting the wider Payroll/HR function as required

About You

• A minimum of 2 years’ payroll experience
• Strong practical payroll knowledge
• Excellent attention to detail and a high level of accuracy
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills – essential
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• The confidence to communicate effectively with colleagues at all levels
• The ability to work independently, prioritise your workload and meet deadlines
• Experience of Sage 50 would be beneficial

As the position is initially temporary, you should be available to start at short notice.

Salary: £30,000–£35,000 FTE, depending on experience

Hours: Approximately 3 days per week, with flexibility around working hours

Location: Knutsford, Cheshire

Parking: Free on‑site parking

Contract: Temporary initially, with the opportunity to become permanent quickly

This is a great opportunity for an experienced Payroll Administrator looking for a flexible part‑time role within a growing business.