At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage end-to-end payroll processing, ensuring compliance and accuracy for a diverse workforce.
- Company: Join an industry-leading organisation that values employee engagement and wellbeing.
- Benefits: Enjoy opportunities for professional development and long-term career progression.
- Other info: This role is fully office-based with flexible start and finish times.
- Why this job: Be part of a collaborative payroll team where your contributions make a real impact.
- Qualifications: Proven experience in payroll administration within medium to large organisations is required.
The predicted salary is between 35000 - 45000 £ per year.
We are recruiting on behalf of an industry-leading organisation that places genuine value on employee engagement, wellbeing, and creating a supportive, inclusive working environment. This is an excellent opportunity to join a collaborative payroll team where your contribution will directly support a large and diverse workforce. As a Senior Payroll Administrator, you will play a key role in delivering an accurate and timely end-to-end payroll service. Working as part of a dedicated team, you will take ownership of payroll processes, ensuring compliance, accuracy, and a high level of service to employees and stakeholders. Please note this role is fully office based with some flexibility around start and finish times.
Key Responsibilities
- End-to-end payroll processing, ensuring employees are paid accurately and on time
- Managing starters, leavers, salary changes, and statutory payments
- Processing overtime, expenses, and additional pay elements
- Running reports, performing data checks, and validating payroll information
- Maintaining compliance with internal controls and external regulations
- Supporting audit requirements and governance standards
- Collaborating with internal teams and third-party providers to meet deadlines
- Contributing to process improvements and continuous development of payroll operations
About You
- Proven experience in payroll administration within a medium to large organisation
- Strong understanding of payroll processes, compliance, and statutory requirements
- Experience working with complex workforce arrangements (e.g. varying contracts or working rules)
- Confident using payroll systems and Excel (e.g. pivot tables, lookups)
- Highly organised with excellent attention to detail and problem-solving skills
- Strong communication skills with the ability to build effective working relationships
- Professional, proactive, and able to work to tight deadlines
Why Apply?
- Join a business that genuinely prioritises employee wellbeing and engagement
- Work within a collaborative and supportive team environment
- Opportunities for professional development and long-term career progression
- Be part of an organisation that encourages innovation and continuous improvement
If you are looking for a role where your expertise is valued and you can make a real impact, we would love to hear from you.
Senior Payroll Administrator in Kent employer: Cobb & Jones Recruitment Limited
This organisation prioritises employee wellbeing and engagement, fostering a supportive team environment. Located in a vibrant area, they encourage innovation and continuous improvement, making it an ideal place for career growth.
Contact Details:
Cobb & Jones Recruitment Limited Recruitment Team
