Payroll Administrator

JGA Recruitment; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading accountancy firm in Hertfordshire seeks a capable Payroll Administrator to efficiently manage payroll operations. This office-based role includes responsibilities like processing payroll, ensuring compliance, and maintaining customer service excellence within a growing team environment. If you possess the required experience and skills, we welcome your application.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of payroll experience required.
• Experience in an accountancy practice or high-volume payrolls preferred.
• Strong customer service and communication skills necessary.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end payroll including starters, leavers, and statutory payments.
• Arrange BACs payments and generate payroll reports.
• Handle payroll queries and compliance with regulations.

Skills

Payroll experience

Customer service

Attention to detail

Communication

Excel

Tools

Star payroll system

Job description

Job Title: Payroll Administrator

Salary: GBP30,000

Working Structure: Office based for onboarding (3-6 months), 3/2 hybrid split after

Location: Hertfordshire

JGA are seeking an experienced and technically capable Payroll Administrator to join a growing accountancy team based in Watford.

Responsibilities:

1. Manage weekly, monthly, and quarterly payrolls end-to-end, including starters, leavers, and statutory payments
2. Arrange BACs payments for salaries, tax liabilities, and third-party payments
3. Generate and electronically file all payroll reports accurately
4. Ensure payroll processing complies with statutory and professional regulations
5. Complete all daily payroll tasks according to the departmental schedule
6. Handle ad hoc payroll queries and related tasks efficiently

Skills Required:

• At least 2 years of payroll experience
• Experience working in an accountancy practice or handling high-volume payrolls within a payroll department
• Proficient with payroll systems; experience with Star is advantageous
• Intermediate proficiency in Excel
• Strong customer service focus
• Excellent attention to detail
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to build and maintain positive working relationships

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