Payroll Administrator

Location: Orsett

Payroll Administrator

Location:

Orsett (office-based, 5 days per week)

Contract:

Temporary - 6 months initially (potential extension)

Hours:

Full-time, Monday to Friday, 09:00–17:30

Rate - £15 - £20 per hour

The Role

Accurate input and maintenance of payroll data

Processing salaries, overtime, holiday pay, allowances, deductions, and adjustments

Using Excel to manage payroll data, validation, and reporting

Reviewing payroll data to identify discrepancies before submission

Supporting payroll reconciliations and payroll reporting

Acting as first point of contact for payroll-related queries

Maintaining confidentiality of payroll and employee data

Supporting wider administration, including HR and absence trackers

Working to strict payroll deadlines in a fast-paced environment

The Candidate

Previous experience in a payroll administration or payroll-focused role

Strong Excel skills (formulas, data manipulation, analysis)

Good understanding of payroll processes and statutory deductions

High level of accuracy and attention to detail

Confident communicator with strong organisational skills

Able to manage multiple tasks and priorities under pressure