Payroll Administrator Location: West Yorkshire Salary: £26,000 per annum Hours: Full time, Monday–Thursday 8am–4.30pm, Friday 8am–3.30pm The Role Our client, a respected manufacturer in the engineering sector, is seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Payroll Administrator to take ownership of the payroll function end-to-end. This role is perfect for someone with solid payroll experience who is looking to grow further, with opportunities to support the wider Finance team. Key Responsibilities * Process bi-weekly payrolls and subcontractor payments accurately and on time * Maintain payroll records (new starters, leavers, tax code updates) * Manage time and attendance system and timesheet entry * Ensure statutory payroll compliance * Handle employee payroll queries (payslips, deductions, tax codes) * Manage monthly HMRC, pension, and other payroll-related payments * Upload pension contributions to the provider portal * Prepare payroll reporting (bi-weekly, monthly, and year-end: P60s, P11Ds, P32s, RTI) * Process payroll journals and balance sheet reconciliations * Support finance with accounts payable, invoice processing, and expenses Skills & Experience * Previous end-to-end payroll experience essential * Accounts/finance exposure desirable (training provided) * Familiarity with payroll/accounting software (e.g. Sage) and time & attendance systems (Time-Pro a bonus) * Strong numerical and analytical skills * High level of attention to detail and confidentiality * Good communication and interpersonal skills Personal Qualities * Positive, flexible, and self-motivated * Team player with initiative * Reliable and adaptable * Professional and respectful Benefits * Salary: £26,000 per annum * 25 days holiday bank holidays * Company pension scheme * Full training and development opportunities * Supportive, friendly working environment