Part Time Payroll & Accounts Administrator
Join a well-loved, national award-winning business with a long-standing history in horticulture. We are seeking a detail-oriented Payroll and Accounts Administrator to join a dedicated team of approximately 200 employees. This is a part time position of 22.5 hours per week (Some flexibility needed during key periods).
What will the role entail?
Payroll Administration:
1. Manage end-to-end monthly payroll for hourly and salaried employees, ensuring compliance with UK legislation.
2. Process holiday, SSP, SMP, SPP payments, and statutory deductions (PAYE, NI, etc.).
3. Maintain accurate payroll records, including starters, leavers, and adjustments.
4. Liaise with HMRC regarding payroll submissions, tax codes, and queries.
5. Handle year-end procedures and complete ONS survey requests.
6. Prepare and distribute payslips, P60s, and P45s promptly.
7. Oversee the company timekeeping and holiday portal (RotaCloud).
8. Ensure pension scheme contributions and membership records are up to date.
9. Address payroll-related queries from employees and management.
10. Produce relevant management reports and work with external auditors as needed.
11. Perform relevant filing and cooperate with the HR team to support the Employee Life Cycle (ELC).
Purchase and Sales Ledger:
12. Process supplier invoices, ensuring accurate coding and purchase order matching.
13. Reconcile supplier statements and resolve discrepancies.
14. Manage customer invoices, payments, credit sales, and outstanding balances.
15. Monitor the purchase ledger inbox and respond to supplier queries.
Is this you?
16. Minimum of 3 years' payroll experience, ideally in a retail/commercial context.
17. Proven experience in payroll administration and purchase ledger/accounts payable roles.
18. Knowledge of UK payroll legislation, including pensions and statutory deductions.
19. Proficiency in accounting and payroll software (e.g., Sage, Xero, or similar).
20. Strong numerical and analytical skills with high attention to detail.
21. Intermediate-level proficiency in MS Excel.
22. Excellent organisational and time-management skills.
23. Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
24. Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
25. Familiarity with HMRC payroll tools and processes.
26. A full driving licence and access to a vehicle due to limited public transport availability.
Benefits:
27. £30,000 to £32,500 pro rata (22.5 hours per week)
28. Friendly and people-centred work environment.
29. Opportunity for skill development and career growth.
30. 28 days holiday (pro-rata for part-time roles).
31. Additional 2 days holiday after 3 years' service.
32. Birthday off after the first year of service.
33. Generous staff discount.
34. Company pension.
35. Free on-site parking.
If you are a dedicated professional with a passion for accuracy and customer service, we'd love to hear from you! You can apply below or reach out to me on either 01780 480530 or at