At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage payroll for 800 employees and assist with benefits administration.
- Company: Join a supportive and growing business in Guildford.
- Benefits: Up to £28,000 salary, 25 days holiday, hybrid working, and excellent perks.
- Other info: Flexible hours, career progression, and a dynamic work environment.
- Why this job: Be part of a friendly team and make a real impact on employee satisfaction.
- Qualifications: Previous payroll experience and strong communication skills required.
The predicted salary is between 26000 - 28000 £ per year.
We have an exciting opportunity for a confident Payroll Administrator to join a growing business in Guildford, Surrey in the role of Payroll & Benefits Administrator. Working as part of a friendly, supportive team, you will be responsible for ensuring the accurate and timely processing of payroll for approximately 800 employees on a monthly basis. You will also assist with benefits administration and process expenses. This is a great company to work for, they offer a really supportive culture, excellent benefits and scope for career progression.
Alongside a competitive salary of up to £28,000, the package also includes:
- 25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays and two additional discretionary days (also options to buy additional holiday and extra allowance for long service)
- Pension
- Private healthcare
- Life insurance
- Annual bonus
- Hybrid working (3 days a week in the office)
- A 35 hour working week with flexible working hours around core hours of 10-4
- A range of additional extras such as cycle to work scheme, gym membership, interest free season ticket loan and more
This is a hybrid role working 3 days a week in the office and 2 days a week from home. Key responsibilities will include:
- Process payroll on a monthly basis for around 800 employees, ensuring accuracy and compliance with UK payroll regulations
- Maintain employee data in the HR payroll system, including new starters, leavers, changes in salary or benefits etc
- Enrol new starters into the pension scheme and other benefits schemes including private medical insurance, cycle to work scheme, season ticket loans etc
- Process any changes regarding employee benefits outside of annual enrolment
- Calculate and process payroll deductions including taxes, National Insurance contributions, pension contributions and other statutory deductions
- Ensure accurate processing of sickness absence, family leave and unpaid leave
- Process final payments and P45s for leavers
- Respond to queries regarding payroll-related matters, including pay queries, tax deductions, employee benefits and expenses queries
- Assist with year-end payroll activities, including the preparation of P60s, P11Ds, PSA, and reconciliation of payroll data
- Process monthly expense claims
The successful candidate will have previous experience in a similar role. Excellent communication skills and a customer focused approach to handling queries are essential.
Payroll Administrator employer: Morgan McKinley
Join a thriving business in Guildford as a Payroll Administrator, where you will be part of a friendly and supportive team dedicated to ensuring accurate payroll processing for around 800 employees. With a strong emphasis on employee well-being, the company offers an impressive benefits package, including generous holiday allowances, private healthcare, and opportunities for career progression, all within a flexible working environment that promotes work-life balance.
