Payroll administrator

We are currently recruiting for a Payroll Administrator to join our team in our head office in Chester. You will support the delivery of the payroll function, ensuring all payroll processes are completed accurately, on time, and in line with payroll legislation and internal controls. You will play a key role in handling more complex payroll tasks, supporting checking activities, and resolving queries to ensure compliant payroll outputs.

Job Details:

• Pay: £25,000 – £29,000 per annum (DOE)
• Hours of Work: 9:00 am – 5:30 pm Monday to Friday (every 2nd Friday off – 9-day fortnight)
• Holidays 19 bookable days, plus your birthday in addition to circa 20 Fridays off per year!
• Duration: Permanent

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Processing payroll for temporary workers and contractors, ensuring accurate and timely payment
• Inputting payroll data including timesheets, new starters, leavers, adjustments, and deductions
• Supporting payroll processing, including balancing payroll and checking prelists
• Uploading payslips and maintaining accurate payroll records
• Handling payroll queries and tickets, escalating where required
• Ensuring payroll activities meet legislation, company processes, and internal controls
• Staying up to ...