Payroll Administrator - James Gray Associates : Job Details

Job Title: Payroll Administrator

Location: Office-based, with opportunities in the East Midlands and South West

Salary: Up to £30,000 (depending on experience)

Start Date: ASAP

Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

• 20 days annual leave + bank holidays
• Free onsite parking
• Peer-to-peer recognition scheme (£500 per quarter)
• Company social events

About the Role

We are looking for a Payroll Administrator to join a growing and supportive team. This is an exciting opportunity to work with a varied client portfolio, providing accurate and timely payroll services while ensuring compliance with all relevant legislation.

You’ll be part of a collaborative environment where attention to detail, client care, and professionalism are valued.

Key Responsibilities

• End-to-end payroll processing for multiple clients
• Collecting, verifying, and inputting pay data
• Calculating salaries, overtime, bonuses, commissions, and statutory payments
• Ensuring accurate PAYE, NI, pension, and statutory deductions
• Processing BACS payments and distributing payslips/reports
• Managing starters, leavers, and employee changes
• Preparing and submitting RTI returns and other statutory filings
• Generating payroll journals and reports for clients
• Responding to client payroll queries
• Liaising with pension providers and managing auto-enrolment
• Supporting year-end processes including P60s and P11Ds

About You

• Previous payroll administration experience (ideally in a bureau or accountancy setting)
• Proficient in payroll software (BrightPay, Xero, Sage preferred)
• Strong knowledge of UK payroll legislation and statutory requirements
• Excellent accuracy, attention to detail, and numerical skills
• Strong organisational and time-management ability
• Effective communicator with a client-focused approach
• Able to work independently and within a team
• Experience with pensions and auto-enrolment processes
• Committed to confidentiality and data protection

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a professional, friendly, and growing payroll team
• Gain exposure to a wide variety of clients and industries
• Opportunity to develop and progress in a supportive environment
• Competitive salary, benefits, and recognition scheme

If you meet these requirements and are keen to explore this opportunity, reach out:

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