Payroll Clerk - 12 Month Fixed Term Contract / Permanent

Tesco PLC; Digswell; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A major retail company in Digswell is seeking an experienced Payroll Clerk to manage the entire payroll process. You will ensure employees are paid accurately and on time, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and handle sensitive information confidentially. The ideal candidate will have proven payroll experience, proficiency in payroll software, and excellent organisational skills.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Payroll Administrator or in a similar role.
• Proficiency in payroll software and MS Office.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Handle all aspects of payroll administration, including starters, leavers, statutory payments, and terminations.
• Calculate wages, pay raises, and sick pay.
• Resolve employees' issues with timesheets and payslips.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Multitasking abilities

Good communication skills

Tools

Payroll software

MS Office

Job description

• Check the number of hours employees have worked.
• Calculate wages and salaries.
• Handle all aspects of payroll administration, including starters, leavers, statutory payments, and terminations.
• Calculate pay raises.
• Issue tax forms and related documentation and assist employees in completing them.
• Deduct tax and national insurance payments.
• Resolve issues employees have with timesheets, payslips, and other payroll matters.
• Change employee bank records when necessary to process payments accurately.
• Process third-party payments.
• Calculate sick pay.
• Maintain up-to-date records and assist with ad-hoc payroll tasks.
• Prioritise workloads and constantly switch tasks and databases while answering telephone queries and dealing with employees.
• Work to deadlines.
• Maintain the Payroll mailbox.
• Administer Attachment of Earnings.

Are you passionate about numbers, deadlines, and making sure everything adds up perfectly? We're looking for a meticulous and experienced Payroll Clerk to become a key player in our team. In this role, you'll take ownership of the entire payroll process, ensuring employees are paid accurately and on time, every time.

You’ll thrive in a fast-paced environment where your organisational skills and attention to detail will shine. From managing complex payroll systems to juggling multiple tasks with ease, you’ll be the go‑to expert for all things payroll. If you're ready to make a real impact and be part of a supportive, collaborative team, we’d love to hear from you!

• Proven experience as a Payroll Administrator or in a similar role.
• Proficiency in payroll software and MS Office.
• Excellent organisational and multitasking abilities.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to handle sensitive information confidentially.