Payroll Administrator in Northfleet

Location: Northfleet Kent (DA11 9EU)

Hours: 15 hours per week (must be flexible to work additional hours to cover holiday/sickness). Ideally Monday, Wednesday and Fridays, however this can be discussed at interview stage.

Salary: £15 per hour

Contract: Part time, Permanent

Are you an experienced payroll professional looking for a flexible, part‑time role? We're looking for a highly organised and detail‑oriented Payroll Administrator to join our head office team! This is a key administrative role requiring someone with a solid background in payroll or bookkeeping, who can confidently manage data, maintain employee records, and act as a key liaison between our internal teams and external payroll provider.

About Us: Founded in 1987, Monitor Group has built a strong reputation across the South East for professionalism, reliability, and exceptional service. With approximately 150 staff and a diverse range of commercial cleaning contracts, we pride ourselves on valuing our people and delivering excellence to our clients. Our head office in Northfleet houses all back‑office functions – including HR, Finance, Health & Safety, and Payroll – enabling us to maintain quality control and hands‑on support.

Key Responsibilities:

• Receive and review staff time sheets from managers for accuracy and completeness
• Submit approved payroll data to our outsourced payroll company
• Liaise directly with the payroll provider to resolve queries and supply any additional information required
• Check completed payroll reports for accuracy
• Respond to employee payroll‑related queries in a timely and professional manner
• Maintain up‑to‑date records of sickness, holidays, and other absences
• Process information for starters and leavers, including changes to personal or bank details
• Keep accurate and confidential personnel files and payroll records
• Provide figures to the Finance Manager and Accounts Manager as required
• Manage attachments of earnings
• Provide data for annual and quarterly reporting, including P11Ds
• Pensions administration
• References including employment references and confirmation of employment for landlords, benefits etc
• Assist with other ad hoc admin and reporting tasks as needed

What We're Looking For:

• Strong background in payroll administration or accounts
• Excellent attention to detail and high level of accuracy
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel
• Methodical and organised approach to tasks
• Confident communicator – able to work independently and liaise professionally with colleagues and third parties
• Flexible to cover the office when required
• Experience working with outsourced payroll is desirable but not essential

Why Join Us:

• Flexible working hours – ideal for work‑life balance
• Friendly and supportive team environment
• Long established company with strong staff retention
• Opportunity to be part of an evolving payroll function
• Valuable role at the heart of our operations
• Modern office
• Free onsite parking