191 Payroll Administrator jobs in the United Kingdom

Portfolio Payroll are supporting a great business in Belfast, seeking a Payroll Administrator to join them on a Temp to Perm basis.

The client is seeking someone to start immediately, with some experience of processing UK Payroll. The hourly rate for the position is between 13.30 - 15 per hour dependant on experience.

The role will be office based, with a view of moving to hybrid when being made permanent.

The main duties of the position will be to support with the administration side of the payroll (starters / leavers, data validation, running reports), whilst the business undergoes a system transformation.

This role would suit someone with entry level payroll experience, looking to gain more experience within the sector and get stuck into a role ASAP.

For more details, please apply.

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Job Summary

Portfolio Payroll are currently working with a large public services business in the Preston area who are currently recruiting for a Payroll Administrator as part of Team of 6. They are looking for someone who has experience as a Payroll Administrator with a strong understanding of legislation and the ability to process Payroll & Expenses. This is a great role with brilliant benefits and progression opportunity.

Key Objectives

• Full end to end Payroll - high volume
• Deliver payroll, pensions and benefits within a large organisation.
• Deliver monthly analysis and reconciliation of pay, benefits.

• SMP,SSP,SPP.
• P45, P60's P45's P11d and Year-End Process.
• Processing of Pension from Start to End.
• Dealing with Attachment of Earnings and other deductions.

• Provide payroll advice and complex query resolution.
• Working across a number of pensions including NHS

Essential Requirements

• Several years previous experience In Payroll administration
• Manipulation of data - excel
• Vlook ups and Pivot tables
• Excellent communicator as you will be answering queries
• Up to date legislation knowledge
• Deliver payroll, pensions and benefits within a large organisation

Benefits

• Around 40 days annual leave
• Excellent pension scheme
• 2/3 days in the office per week in Preston
• 35 hour week
• Range of discounts and deals
• Discounted gym membership
• CIPP qualifications on offer
• Subsidised parking

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RECfinancial are currently shortlisting for this Leicestershire based Practice as it looks to recruit an experienced Payroll Administrator on a permanent basis. This well known business has a strong reputation within it's field and looks to strengthen its team.
Reporting into the Payroll Manager, you'll play an integral part of ensuring all areas of payroll are compliant with HMRC, pensions and ultimately correct payments.

What will your role as Payroll Administrator involve?

• Organize and prioritize your workload, maintaining an up-to-date task list.
• Process payroll adhering to both weekly and monthly schedules.
• Verify accuracy of PAYE, NI, and pension deductions; ensure compliance with RTI and auto-enrolment regulations.
• Handle client communications, including payroll reports and compliance submissions.
• Manage PAYE and pension payments, and register relevant schemes.
• Address all areas of Payroll queries in a professional manner.

What do we require as the Payroll Administrator?

• Strong technical knowledge of payroll, including calculations, PAYE/NI thresholds and pension schemes.
• Previous or current bureau experience is ideal
• Experience with systems such as Sage or Xero would be advantageous
• CIS returns are a bonus but not essential
• Effective communication with management and maintain confidentiality is essential.

What's on offer for the Payroll Administrator?
 

• £28000 - £32000 DOE
• Hybrid working 3 office / 2 home (after probation)
• 32 days holiday 
• Pension
• Career progression

For further information on this fabulous opportunity, please call Neil on (phone number removed) or email (url removed) 
Please note we are unable to accept applications from candidates without UK experience and the need for sponsorship.

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Sewell Wallis is recruiting a permanent, full-time, experienced Payroll Administrator for a thriving global entertainment business based in York.

They are looking for an experienced Payroll Administrator to join their well-established team at their Head Office in York. This is a brilliant opportunity for a forward-thinking individual who is looking for a role where they can make a difference.

What will you be doing?

• Weekly calculation and processing of timesheets for input into the internal system. Calculation of 4 weekly timesheets for payroll purposes under stage one payroll rules.
• Generation of 4 weekly payrolls and associated tasks per checklist.
• Generation of salaried payroll and associated tasks per checklist.
• Clearly communicate with others in the team and other departments in a professional manner.
• Support the Financial Team with any financial and business planning requirements in the development of the business and opportunities & any other ad-hoc projects, including delivery note filing.
• Work in a team alongside all other departments as required.

What skills are we looking for?

• A general education to include 5 GCSE passes at Grade C or above (including Maths and English), or an equivalent educational qualification, or relevant experience.
• Previous knowledge of Sage
• Positive attitude to work, drive, enthusiasm, and commitment.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Have a flexible approach to working hours, so that these can be arranged to meet the needs of the business, particularly during busy periods of the year.
• Willingness to undertake relevant training as appropriate

What's on offer?

• Fantastic team culture.
• Free parking
• Flexible working hours
• Opportunity to progress

If you are interested, please contact Hashim Sajjad.

To apply please send your CV, quoting our reference and specifying which website you saw this position advertised on. Due to the high volume of applications please accept that if we have not responded to your application within seven days, your application has not been successful. Sewell Wallis is a specialist recruitment company with a vast amount of experience in our industry we offer permanent, temporary and interim recruitment support for accounting and finance, human resources and business support positions. We recruit at all levels within finance from Purchase Ledger Administrator and Credit Controller level through to Financial Controller and Director positions. With offices in Sheffield and Leeds, we are well situated to cover all of South Yorkshire, West Yorkshire and Manchester. Please visit our website for more information on accountancy and finance jobs and human resources or business support positions.

• Act as the first point of contact for payroll-related queries from clients and internal teams
• Process payroll accurately using a range of software systems
• Maintain detailed records of payroll activity and ensure compliance with company and statutory policies
• Support pension processing and administration duties
• Collaborate with HR, accounts, and sales teams to ensure seamless payroll service delivery
• Proactively contribute to process improvements across payroll operations
• Troubleshoot and resolve payroll or system-related issues in a timely manner

• Minimum 2 years' experience in a payroll administration role
• Comfortable handling multiple tasks and meeting deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong IT proficiency, including Microsoft Office
• Experience using Kintec (formerly Just Accounts) is desirable but not essential
• High levels of accuracy and attention to detail
• Empathetic and professional when dealing with queries and complaints

• Salary up to £30,000 depending on experience
• 32 days annual leave (20 days + 8

Payroll Administrator

Salary: Negotiable (depending on experience)

Contract Type: Permanent

Location: Darlington

Hours: Full time



Responsibilities:

Process weekly, fortnightly and monthly payrolls in a timely and accurately manner
Undertake manual calculations of SSP, SMP, SPP and check against the payroll software and complete any forms for the DWP if appropriate
Check information provided by clients and if necessary, raise any queries with clients
Run various reports from the payroll system for managers to review and rerun if appropriate
Keep the work schedule up to date
Once confirmation is received from the client, finalise the payroll and issue remaining reports and online payslips
Pass any banking onto managers for BACS submission
Upload pension details to the relevant pension provider to meet the appropriate deadlines
Manage the payroll data inbox daily including logging incoming payroll changes and liaising with clients to resolve queries and respond to requests
Produce year end reports and issue P60s
Ensure that all payroll activities meet legislative and statutory requirements

Experience/Qualifications:

Have high-volume payroll experience gained in a payroll bureau

Have working knowledge of payroll legislation

Exceptional organisational skills

Have excellent written and verbal communication skills and be confident speaking to clients and colleagues face to face, over the telephone and by email

The ability to check work for accuracy and have good attention to detail

Be able to demonstrate your initiative to solve problems

Be flexible and proactive in managing multiple priorities

Excellent IT skills, including working knowledge of Outlook, Word and Excel

Be able to work individually and as part of a team.



For more information on this opportunity please feel free to contact Imperial Recruitment Group.

Payroll Administrator

Location: Reading

Working pattern: 3 days in the office and 2 days from home

Hours: 9-5 (Flexible)

Salary: up to 35,000 (DOE)

Looking to take the next step in your payroll career? Join a business that values accuracy, supports growth, and offers a collaborative environment where your skills make a real difference.

What we need from you:

• Strong knowledge of payroll legislation & pensions
• Running the full payroll cycle from start to finish
• Processing pensions, statutory payments, and benefits
• Handling payroll queries from staff and managers
• Preparing reports and journals for the finance team
• Supporting year-end activities, audits and compliance checks
• Helping to maintain payroll systems and employee data

What's in it for you?

• Fully funded study support
• Hybrid working pattern
• 25 days holiday +

Join a supportive team with a strong reputation and a broad client portfolio.

This client is a leading firm of chartered accountants with a long-established presence in Kent and across the South East. Due to continued growth, they are seeking a Payroll Administrator to join their busy and dynamic payroll team.

This is an exciting opportunity for a payroll professional who thrives in a collaborative team environment and enjoys working with a variety of clients across different industries. You'll play a key role in ensuring the timely and accurate delivery of payroll services, while gaining exposure to diverse and often complex payroll requirements.

What you'll be doing:

• Processing end-to-end payroll for a portfolio of clients - including weekly, fortnightly, and monthly runs
• Managing payrolls for clients across a range of sectors and sizes, ensuring full compliance with current legislation
• Handling statutory payments (SSP, SMP, SPP, etc.) and calculating holiday pay, pensions contributions, and auto-enrolment
• Submitting RTI and dealing with HMRC queries
• Assisting with year-end processes, including P60s, P11Ds and reconciliations
• Liaising with clients directly to resolve queries and provide a high standard of customer service
• Supporting the team in delivering continuous improvements and best practice across payroll processes

What they're looking for:

• Previous experience working in payroll, ideally within a bureau or accountancy firm environment
• Confident working with multiple payrolls and varied client needs
• Up-to-date knowledge of UK payroll legislation, including auto-enrolment and statutory payments
• Strong communication skills and client-facing manner
• A team player who is also capable of working independently and prioritising tasks effectively
• Experience using multiple payroll softwares

What's in it for you:

• A stable and growing firm with an excellent reputation in accountancy and advisory services
• A friendly, professional, and team-oriented work culture
• Opportunities for professional development and ongoing training
• Exposure to a wide variety of payrolls and industries

If you're looking to take the next step in your payroll career in a well-established, supportive firm with great clients and a collaborative team, then do apply today!

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Payroll Administrator - 6 Month Contract
Location: Warwickshire
Availability: Immediate Start

We are recruiting for an experienced Payroll Administrator to join a busy finance and HR team in Warwickshire on a 6-month fixed term contract. This is a great opportunity for someone who is immediately available and confident managing payroll from start to finish.

Key Responsibilities:
- Processing end-to-end monthly payroll for employees
- Ensuring all statutory deductions (PAYE, NI, pensions, etc.) are accurate and compliant
- Managing starters, leavers, and contractual changes
- Handling payroll queries and providing excellent employee support
- Submitting HMRC returns and pension contributions
- Maintaining accurate payroll records and data integrity
- Assisting with payroll reporting and audits

What we're looking for:
- Previous experience in payroll administration (end-to-end processing ideal)
- Strong knowledge of UK payroll legislation and compliance
- Proficiency with payroll systems and MS Excel
- High attention to detail and accuracy under pressure
- Strong communication and organisational skills
- Immediate availability is essential

What's on offer:
6-month fixed term contract
Competitive salary (DOE)
Supportive and collaborative working environment
Chance to make a real impact during a key period

If you're a skilled payroll professional who is ready to hit the ground running, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now to be considered for this Payroll Administrator role in Warwickshire.