Payroll Administrator Job at Coventry, West Midlands (County) Full Time NEW

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Payroll Administrator to join a well-established and growing organisation with a supportive, collaborative, and professional working environment. This is a fantastic opportunity to become part of a business that values its people and offers genuine opportunities for development, progression, and long-term career growth.

As a Payroll Administrator you will play a key role within the payroll function, ensuring the accurate and timely processing of payrolls while supporting the wider business through detailed payroll analysis, reporting, and compliance activities. This role offers excellent exposure to a broad range of payroll responsibilities within a fast-paced and dynamic environment.

This position is ideal for a proactive, analytical, and detail-oriented individual looking to further develop their payroll career. Responsibilities will include processing payroll changes, maintaining employee payroll records, reconciling payroll data, producing payroll journals and reports, analysing payroll variances, administering statutory payments and deductions, supporting HMRC compliance requirements, resolving payroll queries, and identifying opportunities to improve payroll processes and efficiencies. You will work closely with HR, Finance, operational teams, and external payroll providers to ensure the highest levels of accuracy and service delivery.

Skills Required:

• Previous experience within a payroll role is essential.
• Strong understanding of UK payroll legislation, PAYE, HMRC regulations, statutory payments, and payroll compliance requirements
• Experience processing payrolls from start to finish within a busy payroll environment.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to review, reconcile, and interpret payroll data and reports.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills with the ability to engage professionally with internal stakeholders and external providers.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage workloads, prioritise tasks, and meet deadlines.
• Advanced Excel skills and confidence working with large volumes of data would be advantageous.

What You Will Receive:

• The opportunity to join a well-established and growing organisation with a strong reputation in its sector.
• A supportive and collaborative working environment where your contribution is recognised and valued.
• Ongoing training and development opportunities to support your professional growth and career progression.
• A great benefits package including life assurance, bonus structures and healthcare options, as well as a hybrid/flexible working structure.
• The opportunity to work within a business committed to continuous improvement and employee development.

Summary

This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious payroll professional looking to build on their existing experience and develop a successful career within payroll and payroll analysis. If you are organised, analytical, and enjoy working in a fast-paced environment where accuracy and attention to detail are essential, this role offers fantastic experience, development opportunities, and long-term career progression. Apply now to find out more.