Payroll and Accounts Administrator Job at Melton Mowbray, Leicestershire Full Time

Salary: up to £31,000 per annum
Hours: 39 hours per week, Monday to Friday

About the Role

We are seeking a detail-oriented and highly organised Payroll & Accounts Administrator to join a busy Finance team. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced payroll professional who is passionate about accuracy, compliance, and delivering a high-quality payroll service.

The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring payroll is processed accurately and on time while supporting wider accounts administration activities. You will play a key role in maintaining payroll records, safeguarding sensitive employee data, and ensuring compliance with all relevant legislation and company policies.

Key Responsibilities

• Process payroll accurately and within agreed deadlines.
• Prepare detailed payroll reports for management, finance, and audit purposes.
• Generate statutory payroll reports for HMRC and pension providers.
• Conduct monthly payroll audits and support year-end payroll activities, including P60 and P11D reporting.
• Validate timesheets, overtime payments, bonuses, deductions, and other payroll adjustments.
• Ensure compliance with payroll legislation, GDPR, and data protection requirements.
• Maintain and administer payroll and workforce management systems.
• Provide guidance, training, and support to managers on payroll processes and system usage.
• Respond to payroll-related queries from employees and managers.
• Support wider accounts administration duties as required.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Previous experience in payroll administration.
• A strong understanding of payroll legislation, compliance, and best practices.
• Excellent attention to detail and a high level of accuracy.
• Strong organisational and time-management skills.
• Experience using payroll and HR systems (experience with People XD or similar systems would be advantageous).
• The ability to handle confidential information with discretion and professionalism.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• A proactive approach and the ability to work independently as well as part of a team.

Desirable

• Previous bookkeeping or accounts experience.