Payroll Administrator (Workday)

Payroll Administrator (Workday)

Full-Time 33000 - 40000 Β£ / year (est.) No working from home possible
James Gray Associates

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Manage the monthly payroll process and support payroll operations during a key change.
  • Company: Join a large UK business with a dynamic in-house payroll team.
  • Benefits: Competitive salary, hybrid working, and opportunities for professional growth.
  • Other info: Fast-paced environment with a focus on continuous improvement and teamwork.
  • Why this job: Be part of an exciting transition with the Workday Payroll system and make a real impact.
  • Qualifications: Experience with Workday Payroll and strong attention to detail required.

The predicted salary is between 33000 - 40000 Β£ per year.

Location: Watford, Hertfordshire (Hybrid – 4 days office, 1 day home)

Salary: Β£33,000 - Β£40,000

Contract: 3–6 Month Contract

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Payroll Administrator to join a busy in-house payroll team supporting the monthly payroll for a large UK business. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a fast-paced environment, working with the recently implemented Workday Payroll system and supporting payroll operations during a key period of change. Please note: Workday Payroll experience is essential for this role.

Key Responsibilities
  • Support the end-to-end monthly payroll process, ensuring accurate and timely payroll delivery
  • Process payroll changes including starters, leavers, salary changes, absences, benefits, statutory payments and variable pay
  • Manage payroll reconciliations, third-party payments, pension deductions and payroll reporting
  • Respond to payroll queries from employees, HR, Finance, HMRC and other external bodies
  • Produce payroll reports, analyse payroll data and support payroll audits
  • Assist with year-end processes, payroll controls and continuous process improvements
  • Support the Payroll Management team with reporting, documentation

Payroll Administrator (Workday) employer: James Gray Associates

Join a dynamic education support organisation that values its employees and fosters a collaborative work culture. With a focus on professional development, you will have ample opportunities to grow your HR expertise while enjoying the flexibility of hybrid working arrangements across the West Midlands. Our commitment to employee well-being and a supportive environment makes us an excellent employer for those seeking meaningful and impactful work in the education sector.

James Gray Associates

Contact Details:

James Gray Associates Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Payroll Administrator (Workday)

Workday Payroll Experience
End-to-End Payroll Processing
Payroll Reconciliations
Statutory Payments Management
Pension Deductions
Payroll Reporting
Data Analysis