Payroll Administrator

Location: Hertfordshire

Job Title:

Payroll Assistant

Role Overview

This role supports the end-to-end UK payroll process for a multi-site organisation (circa 450 employees). Working within a small HR team, you will help ensure payroll is processed accurately and on time each month.

This is a personality-led role suited to someone organised, reliable and eager to learn. Full training will be provided.
A full UK driving licence and the ability to drive are essential.

Key Responsibilities

* Collect and process payroll information including starters, leavers, absences, bonuses and deductions

* Process monthly payroll using payroll software and Excel

* Calculate statutory payments (sick, maternity, holiday)

* Issue payslips, P45s and support year-end (P60s)

* Submit HMRC RTIs (FPS/EPS) and administer legal deductions

* Produce BACS payments and pension submissions

* Respond to payroll queries and liaise with stakeholders

* Maintain confidentiality and GDPR compliance

* Provide general HR administrative support when required

About You

* Payroll experience preferred (minimum 12 months), but training provided for the right person

* Strong attention to detail and good data entry skills

* Organised, dependable and able to meet deadlines

* Confident communicator with a positive attitude

* IT literate, particularly Excel and Outlook

* Able to multitask and work under pressure

* Must hold a full UK driving licence