Payroll Administrator (Maternity Cover) *Location: Ongar, Essex
*Job Type: Full-time, Office based, Fixed-term (6 months)
*Salary: £30,000-34,000 (dependant on experience)
*Due to location, you must be able to drive to get to the office.
We are seeking a dedicated Payroll Administrator for a maternity cover position based at our clients head office in Ongar, Essex. This role is ideal for someone who is passionate about pursuing a career in payroll and human resources, and who thrives in a fast-paced environment.
Day-to-day of the role: *Assist the Head of Payroll/HR and the team in managing payroll and HR for approximately 1250 staff across the UK.
*Set up and screen new starters, process leavers, and ensure compliance with all relevant regulations.
*Perform calculations for tax, National Insurance, Statutory Sick Pay (SSP), Statutory Maternity Pay (SMP), and other payroll-related activities.
*Maintain confidential employee and payroll records, ensuring accurate filing and correspondence.
*Handle general office administration duties including managing incoming and outgoing mail, answering telephone calls, and passing on messages.
*Ensure all reports and timesheets are filed accurately on a weekly basis.
Required Skills & Qualifications: *Experience in confidential employee and payroll record keeping.
*Familiarity with screening and vetting procedures to BS7898 standards is advantageous.
*Strong knowledge of payroll calculations (Tax, NI, SSP, SMP).
*Proficient in data entry for payroll weeks, including worksheets and timesheets.
*Ability to produce P45s and process leavers efficiently.
*Basic understanding of UK employment, Health & Safety, and HR legislation.
*Excellent attention to detail and mathematical skills.
*Capable of working independently as well as part of a team.
*Proficient in using IT to improve and develop payroll and HR systems.
*Due to location, ability to drive is necessary
To apply for this Payroll Administrator position, please submit your CV.