Payroll Administrator - Temp

Location:

Hertford

Job Type: Full-time, Temporary / Contract (6 Months – Potential to go permanent)

Start Date:

Immediate / Quick Start

Salary:
Competitive, dependent on experience

About the Role:

Are you detail-oriented, highly organised, and confident working with figures and spreadsheets? We are looking for an approachable and methodical Payroll Administrator for a quick start on an initial 6-month contract, with strong potential to transition into a permanent role.

In this role, you will play a key part in supporting our fast-paced payroll department. You will be responsible for the weekly end-to-end administration of contractor payroll, ensuring timesheets are accurately analysed, processed, and billed on time every single week.

This is an ideal entry-to-mid-level position for a proactive professional who thrives in a deadline-driven environment, picks up new systems quickly, and takes pride in exceptional accuracy.

Key Responsibilities:

Timesheet & Payroll Processing:
Accurately analyse and process high volumes of timesheet and payroll data to support weekly pay cycles and onward client billing.
Client Compliance:
Ensure all timesheets are completed thoroughly in accordance with specific client requirements.
VMS & Payroll Systems:
Quickly adapt to internal payroll software and retrieve/collect timesheet data across various systems.
Reporting & Administration:
Assist with general payroll administration and ad-hoc finance/payroll tasks.

What We’re Looking For:

Availability:
Immediately available or on short notice for an immediate start.
Adaptability:
Fast learner with the ability to pick up new payroll systems and software quickly.
Strong Analytical & Data

Skills:

Exceptional attention to detail with the ability to analyse high volumes of data accurately.
Numeracy & Literacy:
Good working level of Maths and English.
IT

Skills:

Practical knowledge of MS Office.
Work Ethic:
Professional, calm under pressure, and methodical with strong time management skills to meet fixed weekly deadlines.
Integrity:
Highly trustworthy with a deep understanding of discretion and confidentiality.
Contract Details & Benefits:

Contract Duration: 6-month contract (with strong potential for permanent employment)

Start Date:

Immediate / Short notice preferred

How to Apply

If you are a methodical administrator available for a quick start and looking for a 6-month contract with long-term prospects, we’d love to hear from you! Click Apply to submit your CV.

INDHP