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Payroll Administrator

Reed
Posted a day ago, valid for 17 days
Location

Crawley, West Sussex RH10 7GY, England

Contract type

Full Time

Retirement Plan

In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.

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  • Reed Accountancy is seeking an experienced Payroll Administrator for an initial 6-12 month contract in the Crawley area.
  • The role involves processing payroll for 4,500 staff members and maintaining accurate statutory records.
  • Candidates should have extensive in-house payroll experience and a good standard of education, including GCSEs in Maths and English.
  • The position requires proficiency in Microsoft Office and excellent communication skills, with a methodical and organized approach to tasks.
  • The salary for this role is competitive and commensurate with experience, with a preference for candidates with prior payroll experience.

Reed Accountancy are currently assisting an established client in the Crawley area in the recruitment of an experienced Payroller Administrator to join the team on and initial 6-12 month contract.  As Payroll Administrator you will support the payroll section, ensuring the accurate and timely processing of payroll for 4,500 staff members. This role is crucial in maintaining proper statutory records and ensuring all staff are compensated correctly and on time. The ideal candidate will be methodical, organised, and experienced in handling complex payroll systems.

Day-to-day duties of the Payroll Administrator:
  • Keep the Payroll Controller or Manager informed about the status of work and any challenges encountered.
  • Ensure detailed accuracy in work to prevent errors and meet deadlines efficiently.
  • Assist with the administration of payroll functions as required.
  • Handle payroll-related queries via phone and email.
  • Key in monthly changes and assist with the running of monthly payrolls.
  • Calculate necessary adjustments, including pro-rata calculations.
  • Check calculations and inputs from other team members for accuracy.
  • Complete National Living Wage (NLW) and National Minimum Wage (NMW) checks.
  • Ensure all statutory payments and company benefits are processed correctly.
  • Liaise with the People Team, staff, and local office staff on payroll matters.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
  • A good general standard of education, including GCSEs (or equivalent) in Maths and English at grade C or above.
  • Extensive in-house payroll experience.
  • Knowledge of pension schemes is preferable.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office software.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Strong team player with a methodical, organised, and accurate approach to tasks.

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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.