Temp Payroll Administrator – Part-Time UK PAYE & Pensions

Confidential; Thatcham; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Confidential in Maidenhead is seeking an experienced Payroll Administrator for a short-term, ad hoc assignment. The role involves processing the monthly payroll (approx. two days per month) with a view to a three-month engagement, paying £18.00-£20.00 per hour depending on experience.

You will handle payroll data, HMRC submissions, PAYE/National Insurance, and pensions, with potential to take on additional finance duties based on availability.

Qualifications

• Recent hands on experience processing UK payroll.
• Knowledge of PAYE, National Insurance, pensions and HMRC payroll requirements.
• Experience using payroll software; Sage or Xero advantageous.
• Strong numerical skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to meet fixed monthly deadlines and work independently.

Responsibilities

• Process the monthly payroll accurately and within deadlines.
• Check employee information, pay changes, deductions and payroll data.
• Complete HMRC payroll reporting and submissions.
• Manage PAYE and National Insurance requirements.
• Assist with monthly pension administration and submissions.
• Check payroll reports and resolve discrepancies.
• Maintain confidential payroll records.
• Respond to payroll related queries.
• Assist with employee expenses and benefits reporting.
• Liaise with wider finance and management team as needed.

Skills

UK payroll

PAYE & NI

Pensions

HMRC reporting

Sage

Xero

Numerical skills

Attention to detail

Independent payroll mgmt

Confidential information

Meeting deadlines

Tools

Sage

Xero

Job description

Confidential in Maidenhead is seeking an experienced Payroll Administrator for a short-term, ad hoc assignment. The role involves processing the monthly payroll (approx. two days per month) with a view to a three-month engagement, paying £18.00-£20.00 per hour depending on experience.

You will handle payroll data, HMRC submissions, PAYE/National Insurance, and pensions, with potential to take on additional finance duties based on availability.