Payroll Administrator (Maternity Cover)
* Location: Ongar, Essex
* Job Type: Full-time, Office based, Fixed-term (6 months)
* Salary: £30,000-34,000 (dependant on experience)
* Due to location, you must be able to drive to get to the office.
We are seeking a dedicated Payroll Administrator for a maternity cover position based at our clients head office in Ongar, Essex. This role is ideal for someone who is passionate about pursuing a career in payroll and human resources, and who thrives in a fast-paced environment.
Day-to-day of the role:
* Assist the Head of Payroll/HR and the team in managing payroll and HR for approximately 1250 staff across the UK.
* Set up and screen new starters, process leavers, and ensure compliance with all relevant regulations.
* Perform calculations for tax, National Insurance, Statutory Sick Pay (SSP), Statutory Maternity Pay (SMP), and other payroll-related activities.
* Maintain confidential employee and payroll records, ensuring accurate filing and correspondence.
* Handle general office administration duties including managing incoming and outgoing mail, answering telephone calls, and passing on messages.
* Ensure all reports and timesheets are filed accurately on a weekly basis.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
* Experience in confidential employee and payroll record keeping.
* Familiarity with screening and vetting procedures to BS7898 standards is advantageous.
* Strong knowledge of payroll calculations (Tax, NI, SSP, SMP).
* Proficient in data entry for payroll weeks, including worksheets and timesheets.
* Ability to produce P45s and process leavers efficiently.
* Basic understanding of UK employment, Health & Safety, and HR legislation.
* Excellent attention to detail and mathematical skills.
* Capable of working independently as well as part of a team.
* Proficient in using IT to improve and develop payroll and HR systems.
* Due to location, ability to drive is necessary.
To apply for this Payroll Administrator position, please submit your CV.
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