Payroll Specialist

JGA Recruitment; Jarrow; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

JGA Recruitment Group Ltd in Jarrow is seeking a Payroll Administrator to join a supportive payroll team. You will deliver accurate, timely payroll services and manage routine payroll tasks.

The role requires UK payroll knowledge, strong attention to detail, and proficiency with payroll software and Excel. You will handle confidentiality and work well in a small team.

Qualifications

• Experience in payroll position.
• Solid knowledge of UK payroll processes and legislation.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Proficient with payroll software and Excel.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
• Discretion handling confidential information.
• Self-motivated; able to work independently within a small team.

Responsibilities

• Process payroll accurately and within deadlines.
• Manage new starters, leavers, salary changes, deductions and statutory payments.
• Maintain accurate payroll records.
• Respond to payroll queries from clients.
• Prepare payroll reports and supporting information.
• Ensure compliance with UK payroll legislation.
• Liaise with clients, HMRC and pension providers to resolve queries.
• Maintain a high standard of customer service and professionalism.

Skills

Payroll experience

UK payroll laws

Attention to detail

Payroll software proficiency

Communication skills

Confidential data handling

Independent yet team player

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Payroll systems

Job description

Job Title: Payroll Administrator

Salary: £28,000

Location: Jarrow

Working: Office-based

We are looking for a Payroll Administrator to join a supportive payroll team and take responsibility for delivering accurate, timely and efficient payroll services.

Key Responsibilities

• Process payroll accurately and within agreed deadlines.
• Manage new starters, leavers, salary changes, deductions and statutory payments.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date payroll records.
• Respond to and resolve payroll queries from clients.
• Prepare payroll reports and supporting information.
• Ensure compliance with UK payroll legislation and statutory requirements.
• Liaise with clients, HMRC and pension providers to resolve queries and issues.
• Maintain a high standard of customer service and professionalism.

About You

• Previous experience in a payroll position.
• Good knowledge of UK payroll processes and legislation.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Confident using payroll systems and Microsoft Excel.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
• Able to handle confidential information with discretion.
• Self-motivated and able to work independently while contributing effectively to a small team.

If you're an experienced payroll professional looking for a stable role within a close-knit team, we'd love to hear from you.

JGA Recruitment Group Ltd ("We") are committed to equality of opportunity for all applications regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.