Temporary Payroll Administrator

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

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Payroll Administrator to support an established business in Maidenhead on a short term, ad hoc basis.

The immediate requirement is to process a small monthly payroll. The assignment is expected to require around two days each month for an initial three-month period.

This position would suit someone looking to add a small, regular assignment alongside other work. The successful candidate will need to be available around the monthly payroll timetable, with exact dates to be agreed.

£18.00-£20.00 per hour, depending on experience.

There may be scope to assist with additional finance duties depending on experience and availability.

Responsibilities:

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

Experience required:

• Recent hands on experience processing UK payroll
• Good knowledge of PAYE, National Insurance, pensions and HMRC payroll requirements
• Experience using payroll software, with Sage or Xero experience advantageous
• Strong numerical skills and excellent attention to detail
• Confidence managing a small payroll independently
• A discreet and professional approach when handling confidential information
• The ability to meet fixed monthly deadlines
• Availability to commit to approximately two days per month for an initial three-month period