Payroll Administrator

TipTopJob; Stowmarket; On-site; GBP 27,000; Full time

Job summary

A fast-growing retail company is seeking a full-time Payroll Administrator for its new Distribution Centre in Stowmarket. This role involves processing payroll accurately while ensuring compliance with legislation and company policies, offering a competitive salary and numerous employee benefits.

Benefits

28 days annual leave including bank holidays

Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications

Subsidised on-site canteen

Free on-site gym access

Free parking and secure bike parking

EV charging stations

Staff discounts

Qualifications

• Proven payroll experience is essential.
• Experience with Time and Attendance systems.
• Strong Microsoft Word and Excel skills.

Responsibilities

• Process payroll for new starters and leavers accurately and timely.
• Gather, review, and apply payroll rules to timesheets and attendance data.
• Maintain and update payroll data while ensuring confidentiality.

Skills

Payroll experience

Time and Attendance systems

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Communication

Organisation

Attention to detail

Job description

Location: Stowmarket

Hours: Full-time, 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM (occasional flexibility required)

Salary: GBP 26,325

About The Company

We are a fast-growing, privately-owned retail business with over 200 stores nationwide. As part of our ongoing expansion, we are opening a new, state-of-the-art Distribution Centre in Stowmarket, creating exciting opportunities for career development.

Role Overview

Reporting to the HR Manager, the Payroll Administrator will play a crucial role in ensuring colleagues are paid accurately and on time, adhering to all relevant legislation and company policies.

Key Responsibilities

• Process payroll for new starters and leavers accurately and timely
• Gather, review, and apply payroll rules to timesheets and attendance data
• Maintain and update payroll data while ensuring confidentiality
• Support the HR team with general administrative payroll tasks
• Work to deadlines ensuring compliance with payroll regulations

Skills And Experience Required

• Proven payroll experience is essential
• Experience with Time and Attendance systems
• Strong Microsoft Word and Excel skills
• Excellent communication, organisation, and attention to detail
• Ability to prioritise workload and work independently as well as in a team
• Commitment to confidentiality and maintaining data security
• Organised and proactive with a tidy working style

Benefits

• 28 days annual leave including bank holidays
• Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications
• Subsidised on-site canteen
• Free on-site gym access
• Free parking and secure bike parking with cycle-to-work scheme
• EV charging stations available
• Staff discounts across our retail stores and partner outlets

If you are interested in the role of Payroll Administrator, please contact Jade or call us.

Closing date: 25.7.2025. Please note this date may change subject to applications.

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