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Payroll Administrator

https://jobs.zacharydaniels.co.uk/53281-payroll-administrator/finance/east-anglia/job2025-06-30 16:08:512025-07-29Zachary Daniels
Job TypePermanent
LocationChelmsford, Essex
AreaEast Anglia, UKEast AngliaUKChelmsford, Essex
SectorFinance
SalaryGBP38000.00 - GBP45000 per annum + Benefits
CurrencyGBP
Start DateASAP
AdvertiserZachary Daniels
Job RefBBBH33863_1751296130
Description

Payroll Administrator (Travel Retailer) | Chelmsford | Hybrid | 3-Month FTC | £38,000 - £45,000 pro-rated (equiv. annual salary) with benefits | Retail & FMCG

Join a dynamic travel business during a busy peak season, for a 3 month FTC.

Providing accurate and compliant payroll administration while supporting our Accounts team. This is a busy, detail‑led role-perfect for someone who thrives with numbers, deadlines, and working cross-functionally.

The Role

  • End-to-end payroll processing: gather timesheet data, enter changes, calculate salary adjustments, bonuses, and overtime.
  • Journal entries: accurately record payroll journals and reconciliations in the Finance system.
  • Statutory compliance: prepare and submit PAYE, National Insurance, pension contributions, and other payroll-related filings.
  • Payslips & reporting: produce payslips, payroll reports, and summaries, and extract data for management review.
  • Employee queries: respond to payroll enquiries with professionalism and clarity.
  • System & data maintenance: ensure employee records are up-to-date, manage leavers/joiners, pay changes, and benefits admin.
  • Quality control: verify attendance, holiday and sick pay, resolving discrepancies promptly.
  • Collaborative support: work closely with HR and Finance to ensure smooth payroll runs.
  • Audit & governance: assist with payroll audit requests and maintain accurate documentation.

About You

  • Minimum 3 years of payroll experience, ideally within an in-house team or fast-paced environment.
  • Solid knowledge of UK payroll legislation (PAYE, NI, auto-enrolment, SMP/SMP, etc.).
  • Proficient in payroll software (e.g., Sage, ADP, or Xero) and advanced Excel skills.
  • Strong accuracy, attention to detail, and ability to meet strict deadlines.
  • Excellent organisational and time-management abilities.
  • Clear and friendly communication style, capable of handling confidential queries.
  • A proactive and team-oriented attitude, with an openness to learn and support colleagues.

What's on offer:

  • 3-month FTC at £38,000 - £45,000 pro-rated (equiv. annual salary) + Benefits
  • Gain hands-on payroll experience in a growing travel company.
  • Work in a collaborative, professional environment with hybrid flexibility.
  • Opportunity to support cross-functional teams and broaden your knowledge.
  • Chance to deliver real impact during a critical period.
  • Hybrid (1 day from home)

Zachary Daniels and our client are both equal opportunity employers. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Zachary Daniels is a Niche, National & International Recruitment Consultancy.

Specialising in Buying, Merchandising & Ecommerce | Design, Technical, Wholesale & Production | Finance | HR & Talent | H&S & Compliance | Marketing, Digital & Technology | Property & Centre Management | Retail, Trade, Leisure & Wholesale Operations | Senior Appointments & Exec | Sales | Supply Chain & Logistics

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