Payroll Administrator - (SAP)

Investigo; Northampton; Hybrid; Full time

Job summary

A well-established company based in Watford is seeking a detail-oriented Payroll Administrator. This role involves processing payroll for numerous employees, managing records, and addressing payroll-related queries. A candidate with SAP experience and a solid grasp of UK payroll legislation will thrive in this dynamic HR & Finance team environment.

Qualifications

• Experience as Payroll Administrator or similar essential.
• Solid knowledge of UK payroll legislation.
• Proficient in SAP is a must.

Responsibilities

• Process monthly payroll for high-volume employees accurately.
• Handle payroll queries and provide timely responses.
• Administer statutory payments like SMP and SSP.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Communication

Problem Solving

Organizational Skills

Education

CIPP qualification (or working towards)

Tools

SAP

Job description

Payroll Administrator - Watford (Temp to Perm) - must have SAP experience
Start ASAP!

Location: Watford, UK

Salary: £15-£16 an hour

Hours: 37 hours per week

Hybrid (3 days in the office)

Are you a detail-oriented Payroll professional looking to join a thriving, large-scale organisation? Our client—a well-established, nationally recognised business headquartered in Watford—is seeking a skilled and motivated Payroll Administrator to join their dynamic HR & Finance team.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Accurately process monthly payroll for high-volume employees
2. Maintain payroll records and update employee data in HR & payroll systems
3. Handle payroll queries and provide clear, timely responses to employees and managers
4. Administer statutory payments including SMP, SSP, and SPP
5. Support year-end processes, including P60s and P11Ds
6. Liaise with HMRC and other external bodies as required
7. Contribute to internal payroll audits and continuous improvement initiatives

Qualifications & Skills:

• Previous experience in a Payroll Administrator or similar role
• Solid knowledge of UK payroll legislation and statutory deductions
• Proficient in payroll system SAP
• Strong organisational skills and high attention to detail
• Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities
• CIPP qualification (or working towards) is desirable but not essential