Payroll Administrator - 12 Month

Payroll Administrator

Location: Melbourne (2 days in office, 3 days from home)

Salary: £30,000-£32,000

Job Type: 12-month Fixed-Term Contract

The Opportunity

We are recruiting on behalf of a highly regarded organisation seeking an experienced Payroll Administrator to join their established payroll team. This is an excellent opportunity for a payroll professional looking to work in a collaborative environment where accuracy, continuous improvement, and exceptional employee service are highly valued.

Working as part of a supportive team, you will be responsible for ensuring the accurate and timely processing of payroll while supporting employees with payroll-related queries and maintaining compliance with current legislation.

Key Responsibilities

• Process monthly payroll accurately and within agreed deadlines.
• Maintain payroll records and employee data in line with legislation and company policies.
• Respond to payroll queries, providing a professional and efficient service.
• Support year-end payroll activities, reconciliations, validations, and reporting.
• Produce payroll reports and costing information for finance teams.
• Reconcile payroll-related payments including HMRC and pension contributions.
• Assist with the review and development of payroll policies and procedures.
• Identify opportunities to improve payroll processes and increase efficiency.
• Collaborate closely with Payroll, HR, and Finance teams.
• Support wider payroll projects and team initiatives as required.

About You

Essential

• Previous experience within a payroll position.
• Strong understanding of UK payroll legislation and compliance requirements.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work to deadlines.
• Proactive approach to problem-solving.
• Strong team-working and relationship-building skills.

Desirable

• Experience using payroll software such as Dayforce.
• Exposure to year-end payroll processes.
• Knowledge of payroll reconciliations, pensions, and HMRC payments.

What's on Offer?

• Hybrid working arrangement.
• Supportive and collaborative team culture.
• Opportunity to contribute to payroll process improvements and projects.
• Ongoing learning and professional development opportunities.
• Diverse and engaging workload with opportunities to broaden your experience.