Payroll Administrator

JGA Recruitment; York and North Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency based in York is seeking a Payroll Administrator to manage payroll processing for clients. The successful candidate will ensure compliance with RTI requirements, resolve discrepancies, and maintain accurate records. Proficiency in payroll software like Brightpay and Xero, along with strong organizational skills, is essential. This full-time, permanent position offers a salary of up to £28,000 per annum with an onsite working structure and flexibility after probation.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in Payroll Administration, including weekly and monthly payroll processes.
• Knowledge of Garnishments and Payroll Taxes.
• Understanding of Employee Benefits and associated payroll tasks.

Responsibilities

• Manage preparation and processing of payroll for multiple clients.
• Ensure compliance with RTI and auto-enrolment requirements.
• Resolve payroll discrepancies and maintain payroll records.

Skills

Payroll Administration

Garnishments and Payroll Taxes

Employee Benefits

Accounting

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Payroll software proficiency

Previous experience in payroll processing

Tools

Brightpay

Xero

Job description

Job Title: Payroll Administrator

Address: York

Salary: Up to £28,000 per annum

Type: Full Time - Permanent

System: Brightpay & Xero

Working Structure: Onsite - flexibility after probation

About the job

Company Description

Based in York, we are a long-established firm of Incorporated Financial Accountants and Bookkeepers with over 30 years of experience. We provide comprehensive support to sole traders, partnerships, LLPs, and Limited Companies throughout York, Leeds, and Harrogate. Our services include full payroll management—covering everything from RTI submissions to auto-enrolment—as well as bookkeeping, VAT returns, annual accounts, tax filing, and corporate tax returns. Renowned for our flexible, client-focused approach, we are committed to delivering prompt, high-quality, and great-value financial services.

Role Description

This is an on-site role for a Payroll Administrator based in York. The Payroll Administrator will manage the preparation and processing of weekly and monthly payroll for multiple clients, ensuring compliance with RTI and auto-enrolment requirements. The role includes resolving payroll discrepancies, maintaining payroll records, calculating and processing garnishments, and addressing staff payroll inquiries. The position also involves collaborating with the accounting and bookkeeping teams to ensure accurate financial reporting and compliance.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in Payroll Administration, including handling weekly and monthly payroll processes
• Knowledge of Garnishments and Payroll Taxes
• Understanding of Employee Benefits and associated payroll tasks
• Experience in Accounting and accurate record-keeping
• Strong attention to detail
• Strong organizational and time-management skills
• Proficiency in payroll software and relevant IT skills
• Previous experience in payroll processing in accounting or bookkeeping firms is a plus

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