Payroll Administrator

JT Recruit Ltd.; West Bridgford; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A financial recruitment agency in West Bridgford is looking for a Payments Assistant to support the team with essential financial and administrative tasks. You will handle payment processing, resolve discrepancies, and ensure compliance with financial controls. The ideal candidate will have strong organisational skills and be proficient in Microsoft Office. This role offers an opportunity to work in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Ability to process and verify payments accurately.
• Experience in finance or administrative support roles is desirable.
• Confident IT skills and ability to learn new digital systems.

Responsibilities

• Process and verify payments accurately and in accordance with financial procedures.
• Reconcile payment information and resolve discrepancies promptly.
• Maintain accurate records and ensure compliance with financial controls.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Strong numeracy

Proficient in Microsoft Office

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Job description

The Payments Assistant provides essential financial and administrative support within the team, ensuring that all payments are processed accurately and efficiently. The role requires a high level of attention to detail, organisational skills, and the ability to manage multiple systems and tasks simultaneously. Working Arrangements,

• Process and verify payments accurately and in accordance with financial procedures.
• Reconcile payment information and resolve any discrepancies promptly.
• Maintain accurate records and ensure compliance with financial controls and audit requirements.
• Use multiple internal systems and Microsoft Office applications daily to process and track payments.
• Respond to payment-related queries from internal departments and external stakeholders in a professional and timely manner.
• Support the wider team with administrative and financial tasks as required.
• Contribute to maintaining a smooth and efficient payment service within the team. Strong numeracy and accuracy skills with attention to detail.
• Excellent organisational skills and the ability to plan and prioritise workloads effectively.
• Confident IT skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, Word).
• Ability to learn and work across multiple digital systems.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills – able to work effectively as part of a small, supportive team.
• Reliable, proactive, and adaptable approach to work. Desirable Skills
• Previous experience in finance, payments, or administrative support roles.
• Knowledge of financial systems and procedures