UK Payroll Administrator — Precise, Timely Pay & Compliance

Panda Ireland; Leeds; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Strong long-term growth plans

Supportive Payroll and Finance team

Exposure to multi-site payroll

Job summary

Panda Ireland is seeking a Payroll Administrator in Leeds to support accurate, timely payroll across multiple UK entities. You will work with the UK Payroll Manager, HR and Finance to ensure data accuracy, HMRC compliance and timely payroll runs.

The role requires attention to detail, strong data handling, and clear communication to resolve payroll queries efficiently. A collaborative team environment and exposure to multi-site payroll are offered.

Qualifications

• Experience in a payroll administration or payroll processing role
• Good understanding of UK payroll legislation and HMRC requirements
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to meet tight payroll deadlines
• Proficient with Excel and data handling
• Excellent communication skills to resolve payroll queries professionally
• Collaborative approach to work within Payroll / Finance teams
• Experience with Sage 50 Payroll or similar payroll system is desirable
• Experience working with time and attendance systems would be beneficial

Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation and processing of weekly and monthly payrolls
• Ensure payroll data is accurate, validated and ready for payment
• Maintain and update employee payroll records and payroll spreadsheets
• Process new starters, leavers and contractual changes
• Produce and issue P45 documentation
• Update tax codes, student loan deductions and HMRC changes
• Support PAYE, National Insurance, pension and statutory payroll submissions
• Reconcile payroll reports and supply data to Finance for payroll funding
• Assist with auto-enrolment and company pension scheme administration
• Prepare pension reports and assist with pension payment submissions
• Calculate and process statutory payments including SSP, SMP and SPP
• Respond to employee payroll queries regarding pay, tax, deductions and pensions
• Work with HR and Finance to maintain accurate payroll information
• Assist with payroll variations such as salary changes and amendments
• Help ensure payroll processes remain compliant with HMRC legislation and company procedures

Skills

Attention to detail

Strong communication

Team collaboration

Excel and data handling

Tools

Sage 50 Payroll

Time & attendance systems

Job description

Panda Ireland is seeking a Payroll Administrator in Leeds to support accurate, timely payroll across multiple UK entities. You will work with the UK Payroll Manager, HR and Finance to ensure data accuracy, HMRC compliance and timely payroll runs.

The role requires attention to detail, strong data handling, and clear communication to resolve payroll queries efficiently. A collaborative team environment and exposure to multi-site payroll are offered.