Job Description:

Payroll Administrator

Location: Canary Wharf, Greater London

Salary: £17-£19 per hour

Contract Type: Temporary (2-3 months)

Hours: Monday to Friday, 9am - 5pm

As a Payroll Advisor, you will report directly to the Payroll Manager and be responsible for supporting the monthly payroll process. You'll ensure that an accurate and efficient payroll service is delivered to approximately 500 to 800 employees. If you thrive in fast-paced environments and have a keen eye for detail, this role is perfect for you!

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the monthly payroll delivery for a significant number of UK employees.
• Collate and process payroll data related to starters, leavers, contractual changes, benefits, and salary sacrifice schemes.
• Maintain accurate payroll records and meet all audit requirements.
• Conduct regular payroll data validation and reconciliation checks.
• Prepare and submit monthly reports to third-party providers.
• Assist with payroll administration and benefits processing.
• Address employee and manager payroll queries with top-notch customer service.
• Ensure all payroll activities comply with company policies and regulations.

Experience & Skills:

• Proven experience running payroll for 500 to 800+ employees.
• Strong payroll administration and advisory skills.
• Excellent Excel proficiency, including managing and manipulating payroll data.
• Experience with Workday is highly desirable.
• Previous in-house payroll function experience (non-bureau).
• Exceptional attention to detail with a strong compliance awareness.
• Ability to manage priorities effectively within tight deadlines.

Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

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