We have a great opportunity on board for an experienced Payroll Administrator to join our highly successful and expanding construction based in Lutterworth, South Leicestershire (LE17). Easily commutable from Wigston, Whetstone, Broughton Astley, Leicester, Loughborough, Hinckley, Rugby, and surrounding areas.
Full time permanent position; office based.
Hours: 8.30-5pm Monday-Friday (some flexibility possible)
Opportunities for progression!
Excellent benefits package including 25 days holiday + bank holidays; company pension; healthcare; EAP; laptop, phone; long service awards; onsite parking.
Salary £40,000 depending on experience.
In this busy and varied role, the Payroll Administrator will be responsible for running the payroll process from start to finish. Key duties include:
* Timesheet calculations for approx. 40-50 employees and agency staff as required
* Process monthly and weekly payroll for 80 employees
* Processing starters and leavers, issuing P45s
* Setting up new starters, issuing offers of employment letters and contracts, onboarding documentation
* Holiday payments and tracking
* Statutory payments and deductions
* Pension calculations and reporting
* Issuing letters to employees for salary and contract changes
* Supporting Finance Manager with annual processing of P11D’s
* Running year end payroll, issuing P60s
* Reconciliation of payroll for month end reports
* Providing advice on tax, NI, SMP, pensions and other payroll matters
* Monthly expenses checking and processing
* Responding to payroll and expense enquiries
* Keeping up to date with payroll legislation
Skills and experience required for the Payroll Administrator include:
* Proven payroll experience, managing processes from start to end, processing weekly and monthly
* Strong numerical and analytical skills with great attention to detail
* Excellent organisational skills and time management
* Confident communication skills
* Competent knowledge of MS Office, especially MS Excel
* Previous experience of using Sage 50 cloud payroll (not essential)
* HR experience (not essential)
* Professional & supportive team player
* Ability to work on own initiative, self-motivated, proactive, takes ownership
Why Apply?
Great company – expanding – close knit team – friendly working environment where people matter– opportunities for progression both within payroll and developing in HR - support with gaining industry qualifications