Payroll Specialist

Marks Sattin; Leeds; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

23 days holiday (+5)

Discretionary bonus

Pension

Free on-site parking

Training and progression opportunities

Breakfast and fruit

Job summary

Marks Sattin is recruiting an experienced Payroll Administrator to join a busy finance team in Leeds, supporting end-to-end payroll processing.

You will handle starters, leavers, HMRC updates, pension contributions and payroll reporting, using Sage Payroll, with strong Excel skills and attention to detail. A CIPP qualification is advantageous.

Qualifications

• Experience in payroll administration and processing from start to finish.
• Strong Excel skills and IT literacy.
• Excellent numerical ability and attention to detail.
• Good communication and organisational skills.
• CIPP qualification or equivalent would be advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Process payroll data including starters, leavers, sickness, maternity and employee changes.
• Manage payroll using Sage Payroll, ensuring information is accurate and up to date.
• Complete manual calculations and produce payroll reports.
• Process HMRC updates, tax codes, student loans and third-party deductions.
• Maintain pension records and ensure contributions are processed correctly.
• Respond to payroll queries from employees and managers.
• Work closely with HR and the Payroll Manager to meet deadlines and maintain accurate records.

Skills

Payroll administration

Excel

Communication

Attention to detail

Education

CIPP qualification (or equivalent)

Tools

Sage Payroll

Job description

We are recruiting for an experienced Payroll Administrator to join a busy finance team, supporting the accurate and timely processing of payroll from start to finish.

Key Responsibilities

• Process payroll data including starters, leavers, sickness, maternity and employee changes.
• Manage payroll using Sage Payroll, ensuring information is accurate and up to date.
• Complete manual calculations and produce payroll reports.
• Process HMRC updates, tax codes, student loans and third-party deductions.
• Maintain pension records and ensure contributions are processed correctly.
• Respond to payroll queries from employees and managers.
• Work closely with HR and the Payroll Manager to meet deadlines and maintain accurate records.

Requirements

• Previous payroll administration experience.
• Good understanding of payroll processes and legislation.
• Sage Payroll experience is desirable.
• Strong Excel and general IT skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and numerical ability.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.
• CIPP qualification or equivalent experience would be advantageous.

Benefits

• 23 days' holiday with the option to purchase an additional 5 days.
• Discretionary bonus and annual pay review.
• Pension.
• Free on-site parking.
• Training and career progression opportunities.
• Breakfast and fruit provided daily.