Payroll Administrator (Payroll benefits in kind)

Confidential; Shirley; Hybrid; GBP 27,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working in Solihull

Opportunity to contribute to a high‑{0

Job summary

Ashley Kate HR & Finance are recruiting a Payroll Administrator for a fixed-term contract in Solihull, with hybrid working. The role supports a major payroll project implementing Payroll Benefits in Kind (PBIK) and will partner with payroll and project teams to ensure smooth rollout.

The ideal candidate has payroll administration experience, strong Excel skills, and knowledge of UK payroll legislation. A proactive communicator who can manage multiple tasks within deadlines is essential.

Qualifications

• 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.

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

Attention to detail

Communication

Data analysis

Education

CIPP qualification

Tools

Excel

SAP ECC Payroll

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.

As Payroll Administrator, you will provide key support throughout the implementation lifecycle, assisting with payroll testing, data validation, reporting, documentation, and business readiness activities. You'll work closely with the Payroll Project Manager and wider payroll team to ensure payroll processes remain accurate, compliant, and ready for a seamless transition into business-as-usual operations.

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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