Payroll Administrator

Confidential; Royton; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Confidential in Royton, Oldham, is seeking an experienced Payroll Administrator to join its finance team. You will be responsible for weekly payroll processing for over 100 employees, ensuring accuracy and compliance with UK payroll procedures.

The role requires at least two years of payroll experience, strong Excel skills, and a professional, confidential approach. Flexible start/finish times and a 37-hour week provide a supportive environment with deadlines to meet.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years' payroll experience in a busy environment.
• Good understanding of UK payroll processes, PAYE, pensions and P60s.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and payroll reporting experience.
• Excellent attention to detail and numerical accuracy.
• Strong organisational and time management skills.
• Ability to prioritise workloads and meet deadlines.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Confidential handling of sensitive employee information.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a wider finance team.

Responsibilities

• Process weekly payroll accurately for over 100 employees.
• Prepare, review and analyse daily efficiency reports.
• Manage payroll queries and resolve discrepancies promptly.
• Complete statutory payroll returns and general payroll administration.
• Ensure compliance with UK legislation and HMRC requirements.
• Support PAYE, pensions and P60 processing.
• Maintain confidential employee payroll records.
• Collaborate with the finance team to meet payroll deadlines.
• Identify and address payroll discrepancies to maintain accuracy.

Skills

Payroll experience

Attention to detail

Organisation & time management

Communication skills

Tools

Excel

Job description

Mpeople Recruitment is currently seeking an experienced Payroll Administrator to join the finance team of a well-established global organisation based in Royton, Oldham.

• Location: Royton, Oldham (OL2)
• Salary: £28,000 £30,000 per annum, depending on experience
• Hours: 37 hours per week, Monday to Friday
• Working Hours: Flexible start and finish times between 8:00am and 4:30pm

This is an excellent opportunity for an organised and detail-oriented payroll professional looking to join a supportive finance team within an established business.

The successful candidate will have a minimum of two years' payroll experience, strong Microsoft Excel skills and a sound understanding of UK payroll procedures. You will be responsible for processing weekly payroll for over 100 employees, handling payroll queries and supporting accurate and compliant payroll operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Process weekly payroll accurately and efficiently for over 100 employees.
• Prepare, review and analyse daily efficiency reports.
• Manage payroll queries, investigate discrepancies and resolve issues promptly.
• Complete statutory payroll returns and general payroll administration.
• Ensure payroll activities comply with UK legislation and HMRC requirements.
• Support the accurate processing of PAYE, pensions and P60s.
• Maintain accurate employee payroll records, ensuring confidentiality at all times.
• Work collaboratively with the finance team to ensure payroll deadlines are achieved.
• Identify and address payroll discrepancies to maintain accuracy and consistency.

Skills and Experience Required.

• A minimum of two years' experience in a payroll position within a busy working environment.
• A good understanding of UK payroll processes, PAYE, pensions and P60s.
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills and experience with payroll reporting.
• Excellent attention to detail and a high level of numerical accuracy.
• Strong organisational and time management skills.
• The ability to prioritise workloads and meet strict deadlines.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to investigate discrepancies.
• A professional and confidential approach to handling sensitive employee information.
• The ability to work independently and as part of a wider finance team.

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