UK Payroll Specialist: Accurate & Compliant

James Gray Associates; North East; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

James Gray Associates is seeking a Payroll Administrator for an office-based role in Jarrow. You will process payroll accurately, manage starters and leavers, handle deductions and statutory payments, and maintain payroll records.

The ideal candidate has UK payroll knowledge, strong Excel and payroll systems experience, excellent communication, and discretion to handle confidential information within a small team. Join a stable, close-knit team in a compliant payroll environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in a payroll position in the UK.
• Strong knowledge of UK payroll processes and legislation.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Proficient with payroll systems and Excel.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
• Able to handle confidential information discreetly.
• Self-motivated and capable of independent work within a small team.

Responsibilities

• Process payroll accurately and on time.
• Manage new starters, leavers, changes and deductions.
• Maintain up-to-date 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.
• Provide high standard of customer service.

Skills

Attention to detail

UK payroll knowledge

Excellent communication

Problem solving

Discretion

Independent working

Team collaboration

Self-motivated

Tools

Payroll software

Microsoft Excel

Job description

James Gray Associates is seeking a Payroll Administrator for an office-based role in Jarrow. You will process payroll accurately, manage starters and leavers, handle deductions and statutory payments, and maintain payroll records.

The ideal candidate has UK payroll knowledge, strong Excel and payroll systems experience, excellent communication, and discretion to handle confidential information within a small team. Join a stable, close-knit team in a compliant payroll environment.