Payroll Administrator

Tate; Watford; On-site; GBP 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established organization in Watford is seeking a Payroll Administrator to play a vital role in payroll processing and record maintenance. The ideal candidate will have experience in payroll administration and proficiency in SAP and Excel. This full-time role offers a competitive salary of £28,000, an early finish on Fridays, and a supportive team environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Early finish on Fridays

Supportive team environment

Opportunity to make a real impact

Qualifications

• Previous experience in payroll admin/direct payments would be useful.
• Strong organisational and time-management skills.
• Excellent communication skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Process payroll and maintain accurate records for direct payment users.
• Manage payroll groupings, including adding/removing reports.
• Draft ad hoc letters for rent/mortgage applications.

Skills

Payroll administration experience

Organisational skills

Time-management skills

Proficiency in SAP

Proficiency in Excel

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Ability to work independently

Tools

SAP

Excel

Job description

Payroll Administrator

Potters Bar | £28,000 per annum | Mon‑Thurs 9am‑5pm, Fri 9am‑4pm

Are you a competent administrator with payroll or direct payments experience and a keen eye for detail? Do you have a passion for delivering excellent service? Our client, a well‑established organisation in Potters Bar, is seeking a Payroll Administrator to join their friendly and supportive team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Process payroll and maintain accurate records for direct payment users
• Manage payroll groupings, including adding/removing reports and sending portal invites
• Update monthly payroll spreadsheets with notes and processed data
• Add late payroll to invoice files and create invoices using SAP
• Action pay rate changes, including increases and hour adjustments
• Draft ad hoc letters for rent/mortgage applications and employment references
• Respond to queries on HMRC, pensions, hours and pay rates
• Handle redundancy and notice period calculations
• Manage SMP/SSP calculations and related queries
• Create and maintain holiday records
• Update systems with new worker details and verify timesheets
• Maintain front sheets on SAP and ensure correct funding for new accounts
• Process pensions opt‑out requests and chase NI numbers
• Notify relevant personnel when accounts are set up
• Support with credit control as required

What The Client Is Looking For:

• Previous experience in payroll admin/direct payments would be useful
• Strong organisational and time‑management skills
• Proficiency in SAP and Excel (or similar systems)
• Excellent communication skills and attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks

What's On Offer As A Payroll Administrator:

• Competitive salary of £28,000
• Early finish on Fridays
• Supportive team environment
• Opportunity to make a real impact in a vital role

Please be aware this advert will remain open until the vacancy has been filled. Interviews will take place throughout this period, therefore we encourage you to apply early to avoid disappointment.

Tate is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

Tate is committed to promoting equal opportunities. To ensure that every candidate has the best experience with us, we encourage you to let us know if there are any adjustments we can make during the application or interview process. Your comfort and accessibility are our priority, and we are here to support you every step of the way. Additionally, we value and respect your individuality, and we invite you to share your preferred pronouns in your application.

Job Info

Job Title: Payroll Administrator

Company: Tate

Location: Watford, Hertfordshire

Posted:

Closes:

Sector: Administration

Contract: Permanent

Hours: Full Time