Job Summary
Gressingham Foods are seeking a full time (40 hours) Payroll Processor to work within their HR Department to support delivering our weekly company payrolls. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who already has a good knowledge of payroll, and is looking to progress their knowledge in a friendly and collaborative environment.
As our Payroll Processor, you will be responsible for delivering a smooth and accurate payroll process across the business for our weekly paid employees. Working closely with our Company Payroll Manager, and with the support of the HR team, to ensure all payroll activities are completed efficiently, confidentially, and to the highest standard, ensuring all our employees are paid correctly. You will also have the option of completing further CIPP training/Pension Training in the future.
Payroll Duties – Within the Pay Period
Process weekly payroll hours and any additional payroll data such as expenses for the weekly payroll. Administer starters and leavers for the weekly payrolls. Process contract changes each pay period. Manage statutory payments including SSP, SMP and SPP. Maintain accurate holiday records. Process attachment of earnings. Liaise closely with the Company Payroll Manager, seeking support when required, to ensure accurate payroll recording. Importing hours from our time and attendance system. Preparing and submitting pension data. Responding promptly to employee payroll queries.
Payroll Duties – Outside the Pay Cycle
Prepare pension reports, issue letters to colleagues, and manage pay related queries. Produce regular reports, including sickness data. Assist the Company Payroll Manager with any data where required. Respond efficiently to payroll queries from our employees or external stakeholders such as our pension provider. Support audit processes by supporting the Company Payroll Manager with auditor queries.
Benefits
* Free onsite parking
* Subsidised canteen
* Discounted staff sales shop
* Workplace pension (after initial qualifying period)
* Staff and family events
* Monthly employee draw
* Long Service Awards
* Individual training programme including CIPP development
* Annual profit related bonus
* Opportunity to develop payroll skills in a supportive environment
Requirements
* Experience in payroll administration
* Strong numerical accuracy and attention to detail
* Excellent organisational skills and the ability to meet tight deadlines
* Confidence working with payroll systems and Microsoft Office
* A proactive, confidential, and service‑driven approach
Desired Skills
* Strong IT skills (Microsoft Word, Excel)
* Professional telephone manner
* A willingness to learn and develop their role in a supportive environment
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