Payroll Administrator

This is an excellent opportunity for a Payroll Administrator to join a respected organisation within the not-for-profit sector. The role is based in Warwick and involves managing payroll processes with precision and efficiency.

Client Details

The organisation operates within the not-for-profit sector and is recognised for its commitment to making a positive impact. As a medium-sized organisation, it offers a structured yet supportive environment where employees can focus on delivering value in their roles.

Description

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• Coordinate and process payroll data across 25 UK locations.
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• Validate payroll inputs, ensuring accuracy and adherence to deadlines.
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• Liaise with managers and stakeholders to collect payroll information.
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• Support the Payroll Manager with monthly payroll activities.
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• Work closely with an outsourced payroll provider to ensure smooth delivery.
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• Maintain accurate payroll records and robust audit trails.
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• Process starters, leavers, salary changes and variable pay data.
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• Investigate and resolve payroll queries in a timely manner.
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• Reconcile payroll reports and identify discrepancies for correction.
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• Utilise Excel and payroll systems to analyse and manage payroll data.
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• Ensure compliance with UK payroll legislation and internal policies.
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• Contribute to payroll process improvements and system enhancements.
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• Handle confidential employee information with discretion and accuracy.
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• Monitor payroll deadlines and support the successful completion of payroll cycles.
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• Provide administrative support to the wider payroll function as required.
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Profile

A successful Payroll Administrator should have:

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• Previous payroll administration experience within a busy payroll environment.
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• Experience processing payroll across multiple sites or business units.
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• Strong understanding of UK payroll processes, including starters and leavers.
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• Confident user of payroll systems and Microsoft Excel.
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• Excellent attention to detail with strong data validation skills.
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• Ability to reconcile payroll information accurately and efficiently.
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• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage competing deadlines.
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• Effective communicator with the confidence to liaise with multiple stakeholders.
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• Ability to handle confidential employee information with discretion.
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• Proactive approach to problem-solving and query resolution.
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• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with tight payroll deadlines.
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• Team player who can build strong working relationships across the business.
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• Experience working with outsourced payroll providers would be advantageous.
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• Knowledge of payroll compliance and audit trail requirements is desirable.
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• Immediately available or available at short notice preferred.
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Job Offer

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• 6-month fixed-term contract with immediate start available.
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• Part-time schedule offering excellent work-life balance.
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• Hybrid working arrangement based in Warwick.
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• Opportunity to gain experience within a large multi-site organisation.
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• Exposure to high-volume payroll operations across 25 UK locations.
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• Work closely with an experienced Payroll Systems Manager.
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• Support a business-critical payroll function with real impact.
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• Collaborative and supportive team environment.
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• Opportunity to contribute to payroll process improvements.
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• Build expertise across payroll systems, compliance and reporting.
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• Free on-site parking.
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• Employee referral scheme.
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• Competitive salary and benefits package.
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• Valuable experience within a global education organisation.
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• Potential to expand your professional network across multiple stakeholders.
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If you are a detail-oriented Payroll Administrator looking to make a difference in the not-for-profit sector, we encourage you to apply!