Pertemps are currently recruiting for an experienced Payroll Administrator to join a key client of ours. Our client is a Healthcare Provider and are seeking a highly detail-conscious Payroll Administrator to support the monthly payroll cycle. This is a temporary role for a minimum of 3 months. The ideal candidate will be confident working independently, using their own initiative, and ensuring absolute accuracy.
Key Responsibilities- Prepare, validate, and submit monthly payroll inputs (starters, leavers, contractual changes, absence, statutory payments).
- Calculate SSP and understand other statutory entitlement rules.
- Ensure employee information is accurate and complete in the HRIS before payroll submission.
- Review and reconcile payroll output reports from the managed payroll service.
- Identify discrepancies and work with the payroll provider to resolve issues promptly.
- Manage the payroll inbox and respond to payroll-related employee queries.
- Maintain accurate payroll records in line with audit and HMRC requirements.
- Support data cleansing and general payroll administration as needed.
Requirements- Experience in payroll administration
- Experience working with a managed/outsourced payroll service
- Strong accuracy, numerical skills, and exceptional attention to detail.
- Able to work independently, use initiative, and problem-solve confidently.
- Understanding of statutory payments, including SSP calculations.
- Comfortable working with HR/Payroll systems and handling sensitive employee data.
- Ability to work under pressure to monthly deadlines.
The Role: - Immediate Start available
- Fully Remote working
- Monday-Friday; 9am-5pm with 1 hr unpaid lunch
- 3 months minimum contract
- £26,000 - £28,000 depending on experience.