Payroll Administrator

Payroll Administrator

Temporary

13 - 18 £ / hour (est.)

No home office possible

At a Glance

- Tasks: Process payroll accurately, manage employee data, and resolve queries.

- Company: Dynamic company in Central London seeking a Payroll Administrator.

- Benefits: Competitive hourly rate of £16-18, on-site work, and valuable experience.

- Why this job: Join a fast-paced environment and enhance your payroll skills while making an impact.

- Qualifications: Strong numerical skills, payroll knowledge, and attention to detail required.

- Other info: Temporary role for 1-3 months with potential for growth.

The predicted salary is between 13 - 18 £ per hour.

Our client is seeking an experienced Payroll Administrator to join their team on a temporary basis in Central London, 5 days a week on-site for 1-3 months. The pay is £16-18/h depending on experience.

Duties include:

• Process monthly payrolls accurately and on time
• Input, update and maintain employee payroll data (new starters, leavers, changes)
• Validate timesheets, hours worked, overtime, and absence records
• Calculate statutory payments (SSP, SMP, SPP, SAP, SHPP)
• Process deductions such as tax, NI, pensions, student loans and other adjustments
• Reconcile payroll reports and resolve discrepancies before final sign-off
• Generate and distribute payslips
• Manage queries from employees and managers, providing timely resolutions
• Support year-end processes, including P60s, P11Ds and payroll reporting
• Assist with pension submissions (e.g., AE files, pension uploads)
• Ensure payroll compliance with HMRC regulations and company policies
• Maintain confidential payroll documentation and audit trails
• Liaise with HR, finance and external providers where required
• Support payroll projects, process improvements and system updates

You will have:

• Strong numerical accuracy and attention to detail
• Good understanding of payroll processes and legislation
• Knowledge of statutory payments (SSP, SMP, SPP, etc.)
• Familiarity with tax, NI and pension deductions
• Ability to work to strict deadlines
• Confident using payroll systems and Excel
• Strong organisational and time-management skills
• Excellent communication skills for handling payroll queries
• Discreet and professional with confidential information
• Problem-solving mindset and ability to investigate discrepancies
• Team player but able to work independently
• Adaptable and able to work in a fast-paced environment
• Customer-focused approach when supporting employees

If you have all of the above, and you are available immediately to start a new role then please apply now.

No sponsorship is available for this post.

Payroll Administrator employer: [Employer hidden — view at passion-project.co.uk]

Join a dynamic team in Central London as a Payroll Administrator, where your expertise will be valued and rewarded. Our client offers a supportive work culture that prioritises employee growth and development, alongside competitive pay rates. With a focus on accuracy and compliance, you'll have the opportunity to enhance your skills in a fast-paced environment while contributing to meaningful payroll projects.

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