Payroll Administrator

• Annual Salary: Up to £32,000
• Location: Chelmsford, UK
• Job Type: Full-time

Reed Accountancy are seeking a Payroll Administrator to join my clients dedicated team, responsible for delivering accurate and compliant payroll services to approximately 1,400 employees in the UK on a monthly basis. This role is integral to their finance operation and requires a detail-oriented individual with a strong understanding of payroll processes and legislation.

• Inputting data and updating employee records 
• Running reports and reconciling the payroll for approval.
• Reconciling HMRC payments to EPS and gateway.
• Administering statutory pay and deductions.
• Administering RSUs and stock exercises.
• Ensuring compliance with the National Minimum Wage.
• Preparing data for the end of the tax year.
• Preparing Payroll General Ledger for upload to the Finance system.
• Preparing data for the pension provider.
• Handling queries from employees, HR, and other parties, investigating discrepancies promptly.
• Delivering accurate and reliable information to the business.
• Understanding and adhering to company policies.
• Providing support to ad hoc administration activities and projects involving payroll.

• Experience in a similar payroll role.
• Proficiency in using the ADP iHCM system.
• Strong Excel skills, including the use of VLOOKUPs.
• Good interpersonal skills with a high attention to detail.
• Up-to-date knowledge of current payroll legislation.
• Understanding of the need for confidentiality and compliance with GDPR legislation.

• CIPP qualification in Payroll or equivalent.

• Competitive salary package.
• Opportunity to work in a full-time, office-based role with a dedicated team.
• Exposure to a variety of payroll activities and projects.

To apply for the Payroll Administrator position, please submit your CV and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and qualifications.