Payroll Administrator

Adecco; Shirley; Hybrid; GBP 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company seeks a Payroll Administrator for a 6-month FTC to support payroll and pension services. Responsibilities include managing pension records, processing payroll inputs, and ensuring compliance with statutory regulations. Ideal candidates will demonstrate proficiency in HR and Payroll systems, possess strong communication skills, and maintain attention to detail.

Qualifications

• Demonstrable knowledge of Auto Enrolment processes and legislative requirements.
• Experience in processing payroll for large organisations.
• Ability to maintain current knowledge of payroll rules.

Responsibilities

• Assist in administering the organisation's pension schemes and payroll.
• Run and validate payroll reports monthly.
• Act as a point of contact for payroll queries.

Skills

Knowledge of Auto Enrolment processes

Payroll processing experience

Understanding of taxation and national insurance

Proficient in Excel

Excellent communication skills

Problem-solving ability

Attention to detail

Tools

Integrated HR and Payroll systems

Reporting tools

Job description

Payroll Administrator

Birmingham- Solihull

6-month FTC

28163 Pro Rata

Full Time- Hybrid x2 days per week office based

Job Purpose:

As a Payroll Administrator, you will support and assist in delivering an effective payroll and pension service, maintaining precise HR and payroll information.

Key Responsibilities:

Assist in administering the organisation's pension schemes, ensuring all personal records are updated and accurate.

Process new joiners, leavers, and changes to contributions, ensuring timely updates in payroll and pension systems.

Provide administration support for auto enrolment, including compliance with re-enrolment legislation.

Reconcile pension schemes in accordance with rules set by LGPS and SHPS.

Manage Additional Voluntary Contributions (AVCs) and other pension administration tasks.

Assist in payroll processing and checking input into the HR/Payroll system.

Ensure accurate processing of voluntary deductions, pension contributions, and court orders.

Administer third-party payments, serving as a point of contact for all related queries.

Run and validate payroll reports monthly, ensuring timely and accurate payroll processing.

Update the payroll system in line with statutory changes and conduct necessary checks regarding National Minimum Wage/National Living Wage.

Act as a point of contact for payroll queries, providing excellent customer service to both internal and external stakeholders.

Support the Payroll Manager with system housekeeping tasks and report generation using Excel and other reporting tools.

Adhere to organisational policies, including Health & Safety and Equality and Diversity.

Qualifications and Skills:

Demonstrable knowledge of Auto Enrolment processes and legislative requirements.

Experience in processing payroll for large organisations using an integrated HR and Payroll system.

Strong understanding of payroll systems, taxation, and national insurance rules.

Proficient in writing and running ad-hoc reports.

Intermediate proficiency in Excel and other payroll systems.

Excellent communication skills, capable of explaining complex payroll matters to a diverse workforce.

Ability to maintain current knowledge of payroll rules and technological advancements.

Familiarity with various pension offers and the ability to interpret and apply rules accurately.

Strong problem-solving abilities and the capacity to work independently while meeting tight deadlines.

High attention to detail and professionalism in handling sensitive data.

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