Payroll Administrator

Payroll Administrator

Temporary Assignment
£16-18p/h depending on experience
5 days a week on-site
Central London

Our client is seeking an experienced Payroll Administrator to join their team on a temporary basis.
Duties include;

• Process end-to-end payroll (weekly, fortnightly, and monthly), ensuring employees are paid accurately and on time.
• Input and maintain payroll data including starters, leavers, salary changes, and employee details
• Calculate and administer statutory payments such as SSP, SMP, SPP and handle PAYE, NI deductions
• Prepare and submit payroll reports including FPS/EPS, P45s, P60s, and year-end returns
• Manage pension contributions and auto-enrolment in line with legislation
• Reconcile payroll, including BACS payments, payroll journals, and PAYE liabilities
• Handle payroll queries from employees, HMRC, and third parties, ensuring timely resolution
• Ensure payroll compliance with UK legislation and company policies
• Process timesheets, overtime, expenses, and benefits in kind
• Maintain accurate payroll records and support audits and reporting

You will have:

• Previous payroll processing experience
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Strong organisational and time management skills
• Ability to work to strict deadlines and under pressure
• Excellent numerical and analytical skills
• Strong knowledge of payroll legislation and HMRC compliance
• Good problem-solving and decision-making abilities
• Excellent communication and customer service skills
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion
• Team player with the ability to work independently
• Adaptable and quick to learn new systems and processes

If you have all of the above, and are available immediately to interview and start a new role, then please apply now.