Payroll Administrator

Wade Macdonald; East Hagbourne; Hybrid; GBP 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A large finance organization in East Hagbourne seeks an experienced Payroll Administrator to manage payroll processing in a hybrid role. Key responsibilities include preparing monthly payroll, collaborating with HR, and ensuring compliance with statutory payroll elements. The ideal candidate will have strong Excel skills and one year of payroll experience. Enjoy a supportive team environment that encourages personal and professional development.

Benefits

Flexible hybrid working

Supportive finance team

Opportunities for personal development

Qualifications

• Minimum of one year’s experience in a payroll role.
• Solid understanding of statutory payroll elements including pensions and salary sacrifice.
• Strong Excel skills essential.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and process monthly payroll, ensuring deadlines are met.
• Collaborate with HR to resolve queries and streamline communication.
• Carry out monthly variance reconciliations and prepare management reports.
• Provide professional responses to employee and HR payroll enquiries.
• Assist in documenting payroll procedures and supporting training materials.
• Ensure processes adhere to financial controls and governance policies.

Skills

Payroll processing

Excel (pivot tables, formulas)

Communication skills

Detail-oriented

Education

CIPP qualification

Job description

Payroll Administrator - Abingdon - Hybrid - £28,000 - £30,000 per annum

About the Client

This large organisation offers a structured finance environment with a clear focus on service delivery and internal collaboration. They believe in open communication and transparency, building trust and fostering strong relationships with employees and clients alike.

About the Job

Reporting to the Deputy Payroll Manager, you will be responsible for the accurate and timely processing of payroll for the distribution teams. This is a hands-on role involving monthly reconciliations, close liaison with HR, and contribution to the continuous improvement of payroll processes.

Duties will include

• Preparing and processing monthly payroll, ensuring deadlines are met
• Collaborating with HR to resolve queries and streamline communication
• Carrying out monthly variance reconciliations and preparing management reports
• Providing professional responses to employee and HR payroll enquiries
• Assisting in documenting payroll procedures and supporting training materials
• Ensuring all processes adhere to financial controls and governance policies
• Championing a customer-focused approach within the payroll function

About the Successful Applicant

You will have a minimum of one year’s experience in a payroll role and solid understanding of statutory payroll elements including pensions and salary sacrifice. Strong Excel skills are essential, particularly in using pivot tables and formulas. You’ll be methodical, detail-oriented, and confident communicating across departments. A CIPP qualification would be an advantage but is not required.

What You Will Receive in Return

Enjoy flexible hybrid working and the chance to be part of a supportive finance team where personal development and continuous improvement are encouraged. You''ll gain exposure to a broad payroll remit with opportunities to contribute to process enhancements and long-term growth.