Payroll Administrator

Are you an experienced Payroll professional seeking your next challenge? We're excited to offer a fantastic opportunity to join our client as a Payroll Assistant on a short-term 3-month fixed-term contract, with the potential for extension. You will be joining a friendly and collaborative team, providing vital support during a busy period for the business. The role requires an individual with a good level of Payroll experience (minimum 12 months), in order to get up to speed with processes quickly and help support the Payroll and HR teams. This is a fast-paced but rewarding environment and an exciting company to be part of.

Working as part of a small Payroll team, you'll play a pivotal role in ensuring accurate and timely payroll processing.

Your main duties will include:

• Managing end-to-end payroll processes for multiple payrolls, including data entry, calculations, and verification.
• Preparing and submitting payroll reports to HMRC, ensuring compliance with statutory regulations.
• Processing starters, leavers, and employee changes (e.g., tax codes, pension contributions, and benefits).
• Resolving payroll discrepancies and responding to employee queries in a professional and timely manner.
• Assisting with payroll audits and maintaining accurate records.
• Collaborating with the HR team on payroll-related matters and providing additional support to the HR team where needed.

Who We're Looking For:

• Immediate availability or nearing the end of a current contract.
• Demonstrated expertise in end-to-end payroll processes.
• Strong knowledge of UK payroll legislation, including statutory payments (SSP, SMP, SPP, etc.) and auto-enrolment pensions.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to handle sensitive information with discretion.
• Proficiency in payroll software

What's on offer?

• Location: Manchester City Centre
• Work Model: Hybrid (3 days in the office, 2 days remote)
• Contract Duration: 3 months (FTC) with possibility of extension

To express your interest, please apply today!