Payroll and Expenses Administrator

Tenpin; Cranfield; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

33 days’ holiday (including Bank HOLID

Birthday off

Discretionary Bonus Scheme

Free Bowling

Tenpin Treats - retailer discounts and

Enhanced pension contribution - 5%

Life assurance (4x annual salary)

Medicash

Employee Assistance Programme

Enhanced Maternity, Paternity and Adop

Job summary

Tenpin is seeking a Payroll & Expenses Administrator to join a small, friendly Finance team. You will own the end-to-end in-house payroll for over 2,000 hourly staff, manage weekly expenses, support pension administration, and ensure compliance with UK payroll legislation.

This varied role requires strong organisation, attention to detail and proactive problem solving as you work with managers across the business, produce payroll reports and drive continuous improvements to processes.

Qualifications

• 2 years' experience processing end-to-end in-house payroll.
• Knowledge of UK payroll legislation, statutory payments and pensions auto-enrolment.
• Excellent attention to detail, with strong Excel and organisational skills.
• Proactive and organised, with a focus on accuracy and continuous improvement.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to handle confidential information professionally.

Responsibilities

• Own end-to-end payroll for 2,000 hourly paid employees every 4 weeks.
• Process weekly expenses and support pension administration.
• Ensure compliance with UK payroll legislation and reporting.
• Collaborate with managers and drive payroll process improvements.
• Respond to payroll and expenses queries in a timely, professional manner.

Skills

End-to-end payroll processing

UK payroll legislation

Excel proficiency

Attention to detail

Confidential data handling

Communication skills

Tools

Excel

Job description

Ready to take the next step in your payroll career and make a real impact in a fast-paced environment?

This is an exciting opportunity to join a friendly, collaborative team where your expertise will be valued from day one.

Did you know Tenpin is not just about Bowling...? We are about all thing’s entertainment! Arcade Machines, Pool Tables, Cocktails, Pizzas, and Burgers! Oh! and not forgetting our Karaoke Rooms and Escape Rooms. We have something for everyone to enjoy, whatever the occasion.

A career at Tenpin is like no other. Build Your Future. The opportunities are endless, and the benefits are pretty cool too!

The Role

As our Payroll & Expenses Administrator, you'll be part of a small, friendly Payroll team within our wider Finance function. You'll take ownership of the end-to-end in-house 4-weekly payroll for over 2,000 hourly paid employees, while also managing weekly expenses, supporting pension administration and ensuring compliance with UK payroll legislation.

This is a varied and rewarding role where no two days are the same. You'll be the first point of contact for payroll and expenses queries, work closely with managers across the business, produce payroll reporting and help drive continuous improvements to our payroll processes. If you're highly organised, detail-focused and enjoy working in a fast-paced environment, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

Skills You Need

• 2 years' experience processing end-to-end in-house payroll.
• Knowledge of UK payroll legislation, statutory payments and pensions auto-enrolment.
• Excellent attention to detail, with strong Excel and organisational skills.
• Proactive and organised, with a focus on accuracy and continuous improvement.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to handle confidential information professionally.

Our Fantastic Benefits

• 33 days’ holiday (including Bank Holidays)
• Birthday off
• Discretionary Bonus Scheme
• Free Bowling
• Tenpin Treats - retailer discounts and Best Doctors
• Enhanced pension contribution - 5% joint contribution
• Life assurance (4x annual salary)
• Medicash
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Enhanced Maternity, Paternity and Adoption leave

Career Development

Looking for career development? Tenpin is the place to start. We value great people and offer opportunities for advancement, with many of our managers having started as Team Members.