Role Overview
We have an exciting opportunity for a confident Payroll Administrator to join a growing business in Guildford, Surrey in the role of Payroll & Benefits Administrator. Working as part of a friendly, supportive team, you will be responsible for ensuring the accurate and timely processing of payroll for approximately 800 employees on a monthly basis. You will also assist with benefits administration and process expenses.
Compensation & Benefits
* Competitive salary up to £28,000 per annum
* 25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays and 2 discretionary days
* Pension, private healthcare, life insurance, annual bonus
* Hybrid working: 3 days a week in the office, 2 days home
* 35 hour working week with core hours 10‑4 and flexible hours around core
* Cycle to work scheme, gym membership, interest‑free season ticket loan and more
Key Responsibilities
* Process payroll on a monthly basis for around 800 employees, ensuring accuracy and compliance with UK payroll regulations
* Maintain employee data in the HR payroll system, including new starters, leavers and changes in salary or benefits
* Enrol new starters into the pension scheme and other benefits schemes including private medical insurance, cycle to work scheme, season ticket loans
* Process any changes regarding employee benefits outside of annual enrolment
* Calculate and process payroll deductions including taxes, National Insurance contributions, pension contributions and other statutory deductions
* Ensure accurate processing of sickness absence, family leave and unpaid leave
* Process final payments and P45s for leavers
* Respond to queries regarding payroll-related matters, including pay queries, tax deductions, employee benefits and expenses queries
* Assist with year‑end payroll activities, including the preparation of P60s, P11Ds, PSA and reconciliation of payroll data
* Process monthly expense claims
Qualifications
* Previous experience in a similar payroll or benefits administration role
* Excellent communication skills and a customer‑focused approach to handling queries
* Attention to detail and strong organisational skills
* Knowledge of UK payroll regulations and statutory deductions is desirable
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