About The Role
Payroll Administrator – Leeds – Department: Payroll / Finance – Reports to: UK Payroll Manager. As a Payroll Administrator at Panda, you support accurate and timely payroll across multiple UK entities.
The Role
You’ll support weekly and monthly payroll activity, ensuring payroll information is accurate, up to date and processed in line with deadlines.
What You’ll Be Doing
* 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 statutory changes received from HMRC
* Support PAYE, National Insurance, pension and statutory payroll submissions
* Reconcile payroll reports and provide data to Finance to support payroll funding
* Support 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 relating to pay, tax, deductions and pensions
* Work closely with HR and Finance to ensure accurate payroll information is maintained
* Assist with payroll variations such as salary changes, wage increases and other amendments
* Help ensure payroll processes remain compliant with HMRC legislation and company procedures
What We’re Looking For
We’re looking for someone who enjoys working in a structured payroll environment and takes pride in accuracy.
You Will Likely Have
* Previous experience in a payroll administration or payroll processing role
* A good understanding of UK payroll legislation and HMRC requirements
* Strong attention to detail and the ability to work to tight payroll deadlines
* Good Excel and data handling skills
* Strong communication skills with the ability to resolve payroll queries professionally
* A collaborative approach and the ability to work well within a team
* Experience using Sage 50 Payroll or a similar payroll system is desirable
* Experience working with time and attendance systems is beneficial
Why Join Panda?
* Join a business with strong long-term investment and growth plans
* Work within a supportive Payroll and Finance team
* Gain exposure to multi-site payroll operations
* Develop your payroll knowledge in a complex operational environment
* Play a key role in ensuring employees are paid accurately and on time
Panda is committed to attracting and retaining a skilled and diverse workforce that reflects the communities in which we operate and the people we serve. (DE&I Policy Statement)
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