Payroll Administrator

Job Title: Payroll Administrator

Location: Huddersfield

Salary: £30,000

Our client is currently looking for a payroll administrator to join the team due to continued growth.

Overview:

To ensure the accurate and timely processing of weekly payroll for employees, maintaining payroll records, ensuring compliance with statutory requirements, and providing exceptional support for payroll-related enquiries.

Key Responsibilities

Weekly Payroll Processing

Process weekly payroll accurately and within strict deadlines.

Calculate wages, overtime, bonuses, commissions, and statutory payments.

Process timesheets, attendance records, holiday pay, and absence information.

Administer deductions including tax, National Insurance, pensions, attachment of earnings orders, and other voluntary deductions.

Validate payroll data and investigate discrepancies prior to payroll submission.

Employee Records & Administration

Process new starters, leavers, and employee contractual changes.

Maintain accurate payroll records and employee information.

Ensure all payroll documentation is stored securely and confidentially.

Generate and distribute payslips and payroll reports.

Compliance & Reporting

Ensure payroll is processed in accordance with HMRC regulations and current payroll legislation.

Administer statutory payments including SSP, SMP, SPP, and other relevant entitlements.

Assist with payroll reconciliations and audits.

Support year-end payroll activities including P60 preparation and reporting requirements.

Skills & Experience

Essential

Experience processing weekly payroll.

Strong knowledge of payroll legislation and HMRC requirements.

Excellent numerical and analytical skills.

High level of accuracy and attention to detail.

Proficiency in payroll software and Microsoft Excel.

Strong organisational and time-management skills.

Ability to work to strict weekly deadlines.

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