Our client, a reputable organisation committed to employee wellbeing and professional growth, is seeking an experienced Payroll Administrator to join their team based in Colchester, Essex. This role offers a hybrid working arrangement, providing flexibility with an initial full-time office presence during the probation period. As a key member of the payroll team, you will be responsible for processing payroll across multiple locations in the UK, Northern Ireland, and the Channel Islands.
Benefits of a Payroll Administrator:
* Competitive salary of up to £35,000 per annum
* 33 days’ annual leave, including bank holidays, with an option to purchase or sell holiday days
* Pension scheme and life assurance
* Access to employee discounts and privileges, including vehicle schemes and service discounts
* One paid charity volunteering day each year
* Perks at Work discount website access
* Hybrid working model (initially full-time in the office for the first 3 months)
* Supportive team environment focusing on compliance, integrity, and employee wellbeing
* Opportunities for professional development and career progression
Duties of a Payroll Administrator:
* Assist with the end-to-end payroll process for approximately 3,000 employees across the UK, Northern Ireland, and the Channel Islands
* Verify and process new starters, leavers, and data amendments such as salary adjustments, commissions, and bonuses
* Generate, analyse, and distribute payroll and benefits reports
* Maintain and update spreadsheets, databases, and payroll records to ensure accuracy
* Provide guidance and support to colleagues regarding pay and benefits inquiries
* Ensure compliance with statutory payroll requirements, including tax, national insurance, pensions, and statutory payments
* Understand and apply legislation related to statutory sick pay, maternity, paternity, and company sick pay
* Administer employee benefits programmes, including pensions, private medical insurance, and flexible benefits
* Perform ad hoc payroll and benefits duties as required
Requirements of a Payroll Administrator:
* Minimum of 2 years’ experience working in a payroll or HR environment
* Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Excel
* Strong attention to detail and organisational skills
* Excellent communication skills for handling employee queries effectively
* Ability to work independently and collaborate within a team as a Payroll Administrator
* Reside within a commutable distance to Colchester
Contact James Gilchrist, Automotive Recruitment Specialist at Perfect Placement covering Colchester and Essex today to discover more about this fantastic Payroll Administrator opportunity.
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