Senior Payroll Administrator

Senior Payroll Administrator

Location: Watford, Hertfordshire
Salary: 35,000 - 40,000
Hours: Monday to Friday

We are recruiting for an experienced Senior Payroll Administrator to join an impressive payroll team. This role requires full ownership of end-to-end UK payroll processing in a high-volume environment.

Key Responsibilities

• End-to-end processing of weekly and monthly payrolls via BACS
• Manage starters, leavers, tax codes, and statutory payments (SSP, SMP, etc.)
• Perform payroll checks, reconciliations, and resolve queries
• Submit RTI/EPS to HMRC and support month-end and year-end processes
• Maintain accurate payroll records and support business changes

Requirements

• Minimum 5 years' end-to-end UK payroll experience (essential)
• Strong knowledge of PAYE, NIC, and HMRC requirements
• Experience with payroll systems (SAP advantageous) and Excel
• Proven ability to run payroll independently, including validation and controls

Personal Attributes

• Detail-oriented, organised and deadline-driven
• Proactive team player with strong problem-solving skills

Benefits

• Fully funded study support including CIPP
• Free parking
• Flexible working hours
• Flexible hybrid working
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• Auto enrolment pension

If you have solid end-to-end payroll experience and are looking for a senior role with ownership, apply now.

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