Payroll Administrator6 Month Fixed-Term Contract£40,000Theale (3 days per week in the office)

The Opportunity:

A well-established organisation is seeking an experienced Payroll Administrator to join the business on a 6-month fixed-term contract. Reporting into the Finance team, you will take responsibility for the accurate and timely processing of payroll, ensuring compliance with current legislation and providing a high level of support to employees and stakeholders.

This is an excellent opportunity for a payroll professional who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment and can confidently manage payroll processes with minimal supervision.

Key Responsibilities:

• Processing end-to-end payroll accurately and within agreed deadlines
• Managing starters, leavers and employee payroll changes
• Administering statutory payments, deductions and pension contributions
• Calculating overtime, commissions, bonuses and other variable payments
• Reconciling payroll reports and payroll-related balance sheet accounts
• Responding to payroll queries from employees and management
• Ensuring compliance with payroll legislation and company policies
• Supporting payroll process improvements and maintaining accurate records
• Liaising with HR and Finance teams to ensure payroll data remains accurate

About You

• Previous experience processing end-to-end payroll
• Strong knowledge of UK payroll legislation, PAYE, National Insurance and pensions
• Excellent attention to detail and high levels of accuracy
• Strong Excel and payroll systems experience
• Ability to manage workloads and meet strict deadlines
• Confident communicator with a proactive approach to problem solving
• Experience working within a busy payroll or finance environment

What's on Offer

• 6-month fixed-term contract
• Salary of £40,000
• Hybrid working arrangement with 3 days per week in the Theale office
• Opportunity to join a collaborative and supportive team
• Immediate or short-notice start preferred

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