Payroll Administrator (Payroll benefits in kind)

Ashley Kate HR & Finance; Metropolitan Borough of Solihull; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working in Solihull

Exposure to payroll systems and system

Payroll transformation exposure

Supportive project team environment

Job summary

Ashley Kate HR & Finance on behalf of our client is seeking a Payroll Administrator to join a fixed-term project in Solihull on hybrid working. This role supports the rollout of Payroll Benefits in Kind (PBIK) with payroll and project stakeholders.

You will assist with data analysis, testing, and governance documentation while ensuring accuracy and adherence to UK payroll legislation, reporting to the project team.

Qualifications

• Experience in payroll administration.
• Knowledge of UK payroll legislation.
• Strong Excel skills.
• Experience using SAP ECC Payroll.

Responsibilities

• Support payroll project workshops, meetings, and stakeholder discussions.
• Document business requirements, process changes, actions, and key decisions.
• Assist with payroll data analysis, validation, and reconciliations.
• Support System Integration Testing (SIT), Parallel Runs, and User Acceptance Testing (UAT).
• Log, monitor, and track testing defects through to resolution.
• Validate payroll calculations and outputs to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Produce project reports, governance documentation, and progress updates.
• Support training materials, communications, and business readiness activities.
• Assist with the successful transition of project deliverables into BAU processes.
• Work collaboratively with payroll, HR, and project stakeholders throughout the implementation.

Skills

Payroll administration

UK payroll legislation

Detail oriented

Communication

Project collaboration

Education

CIPP qualification

Tools

SAP ECC Payroll

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Location: Solihull (Hybrid Working)

Hours: Full Time

Salary: £27,000 - £33,000 DOE

Ashley Kate HR & Finance are delighted to be recruiting on behalf of our client for an organised and detail-oriented Payroll Administrator to join their team on a fixed-term contract. This is an exciting opportunity to support a major payroll project focused on the implementation of Payroll Benefits in Kind (PBIK), working alongside payroll and project stakeholders to ensure a successful rollout.

Key Responsibilities

• Support payroll project workshops, meetings, and stakeholder discussions.
• Document business requirements, process changes, actions, and key decisions.
• Assist with payroll data analysis, validation, and reconciliations.
• Support System Integration Testing (SIT), Parallel Runs, and User Acceptance Testing (UAT).
• Log, monitor, and track testing defects through to resolution.
• Validate payroll calculations and outputs to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Produce project reports, governance documentation, and progress updates.
• Support training materials, communications, and business readiness activities.
• Assist with the successful transition of project deliverables into BAU processes.
• Work collaboratively with payroll, HR, and project stakeholders throughout the implementation.

We're Looking for Someone Who Is:

• Experienced in payroll administration.
• Knowledgeable in UK payroll legislation and payroll processes.
• Highly organised with excellent attention to detail.
• Comfortable managing multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Analytical and confident working with payroll data.
• A strong communicator with the ability to build relationships across teams.
• Proactive and able to work independently while contributing to team success.

Essential Skills & Experience

• Previous payroll administration experience.
• Good understanding of UK payroll legislation.
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills.
• Experience supporting payroll projects, system implementations, or business process improvements.
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Experience using SAP ECC Payroll

Desirable Skills & Experience

• Experience supporting payroll transformation or change programmes.
• CIPP qualification, or currently working towards one.

What's on Offer?

• Salary of £27,000 - £33,000 DOE.
• Hybrid working based in Solihull.
• Opportunity to contribute to a high-profile payroll transformation project.
• Exposure to payroll systems implementation and project delivery.
• Supportive and collaborative working environment.
• Valuable experience within a specialist payroll project team.

About Us

We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive community. In line with our Diversity and Inclusion policy, we welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability. As a Disability Confident Employer, and part of the Nicholas Associates Group, we are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities, and we're happy to discuss flexible working options.

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