Payroll Administrator

JGA Recruitment Group | B Corp™; Luton; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

JGA Recruitment Group Ltd in Luton is seeking an experienced payroll specialist to manage a portfolio of clients, ensuring accurate and timely payroll processing. Hybrid: Yes (3 days office minimum ideally but flexible).

The role requires a minimum of 4 years’ payroll experience in an accountancy or payroll bureau environment; permanent contract, full or part-time hours. You will handle PAYE/NIC calculations and BACS payments, manage payroll queries, liaise with HMRC, support the setup of new

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years’ payroll experience, within an accountancy or payroll bureau environment.
• Strong understanding of auto-enrolment and payroll legislation.
• Confident in manual PAYE/NIC calculations.

Responsibilities

• Process payrolls for a portfolio of clients, ensuring accuracy and timely delivery.
• Handle PAYE/NIC calculations and BACS payments.
• Manage payroll queries from clients and internal stakeholders.
• Liaise with HMRC regarding PAYE matters.
• Support the setup of new PAYE schemes and payroll systems.
• Maintain accurate records and workflow updates within payroll systems.
• Assist with process improvements and ad hoc payroll tasks.

Skills

Payroll processing

Attention to detail

Excel

Communication skills

Fast-paced environment

Tools

BrightPay

Payroll software

Job description

Hybrid: Yes (3 days office minimum ideally but flexible)

Contract: Permanent

Location: Luton - Capability Green

*Happy to consider full and part time hours!

Key Responsibilities

• Process payrolls for a portfolio of clients, ensuring accuracy and timely delivery
• Handle PAYE/NIC calculations and BACS payments
• Manage payroll queries from clients and internal stakeholders
• Liaise with HMRC regarding PAYE matters
• Support the setup of new PAYE schemes and payroll systems
• Maintain accurate records and workflow updates within payroll systems
• Assist with process improvements and ad hoc payroll tasks

About You

• Minimum 4 years’ payroll experience, within an accountancy or bureau environment
• Strong understanding of auto-enrolment and payroll legislation
• Confident in manual payroll calculations (PAYE/NIC)
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple deadlines
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, client-focused environment
• Excellent communication and Excel skills
• Experience with payroll systems (e.g. Brightpay) is advantageous

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