Job Title: Payroll Administrator (Maternity Cover)Location: Wednesbury (Hybrid - 3 Days in Office, 2 Days from Home)Salary: £27,000 - £29,000 (Depending on Experience)Contract: 12-Month Fixed Term (Maternity Cover) with potential extension.About the Role:KC Group is recruiting for a Payroll Administrator to cover maternity leave for our client based in Wednesbury. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a dynamic HR and Payroll team on a 12-month fixed-term contract. With a hybrid working model, you'll have the flexibility of working three days in the office and two days from home, earning between £27,000 and £29,000 depending on your experience.Key Responsibilities:

Assist in the timely and accurate processing of payroll using the HR Cloud system (Access Software), including starter/leaver data and other payroll-related changes.
Support the production of HR and payroll reports as needed.
Serve as a key point of contact for payroll queries, delivering excellent customer service.
Contribute to the completion of month-end and year-end payroll procedures.
Ensure compliance with statutory HR and payroll regulations.
Maintain HR and payroll systems, including job hierarchy, document uploads, and personal data management.
Assist in audit processes and help implement recommendations within specified timelines.
Apply continuous improvement practices to streamline payroll processes and enhance customer service.
Ensure confidentiality and integrity in all payroll-related activities.
Prioritize and manage your workload to meet deadlines set by the Payroll Manager.
Support HR and payroll projects, ensuring project deadlines are met.
Build and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders to deliver quality payroll services.

Essential Experience:

At least 1+ years of payroll experience.
Experience in a customer-focused environment.
Experience processing end to end payroll
Proven track record of driving continuous improvement and best practices.
Experience with cloud-based HR and payroll systems, preferably Access HR and Payroll.

Skills:

Strong knowledge of HR and payroll processes and current legislation.
Proficiency in MS Office, particularly Excel.
CIPP qualification (desirable but not essential).

Why Join Us?This role offers a great blend of on-site and remote working, allowing you to manage your time effectively while being part of a supportive and collaborative team. If you have a passion for payroll and are looking for a new challenge, we’d love to hear from you!How to Apply:If you have the required experience and skills, and are interested in this opportunity, please apply now for a confidential chat!Join KC Group and be a part of a team that values your expertise!