Payroll​/Finance Administrator

Full Job description

We are seeking a detail-oriented, highly organised and motivated Payroll/Finance Administrator to join our finance team in our head office in Harrogate.

Job Purpose:

Reporting to the Finance Manager, the Payroll / Finance Administrator is responsible for managing employee pay and supporting financial operations within an organisation. The role combines payroll processing with broader finance and administrative duties

Key Responsibilities

* Calculate wages, salaries, bonuses, and deductions

* Check and monitor commission calculations

* Ensure employees are paid accurately and on time

* Manage overtime, sick pay, and holiday pay with assistance of HR Department.

* Ensure payroll complies with tax laws (e.g. PAYE, National Insurance)

* Submit reports to HMRC and maintain payroll records

* Assist with budgeting and forecasting

* Process invoices and expenses

* Reconcile accounts and support audits

* Handle payroll queries and maintain employee records

* Input manual timesheets into payroll software

* Input payroll costs into project costing system

* Adhoc Financial Duties as required.

Key Skills

* Strong numerical and analytical skills

* Attention to detail and accuracy

* Knowledge of payroll systems (e.g. Sage, Xero, Quick Books)

* Understanding of UK tax and employment regulations

* Good communication skills and confidentiality

Experience

* Background in accounting, finance, or business administration

* Experience with spreadsheets and financial software