Payroll & HR Administrator | 28k – 36k | Mid Kent

We are currently on the search for an experienced and efficient Payroll & HR Administrator to join a well-established and dynamic team in central Kent. As Payroll & HR Administrator, you will report into the HR Manager with dotted lines to the Finance manager, and be responsible for delivering the end-to-end payroll process and support the HR function. You will ensure compliance with UK payroll and provide support to employees. This role requires strong organisational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to handle sensitive information with confidentiality.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking for a busy and varied role with the opportunity to grow with the role and would ideally suit an individual who has been working in a similar role and has experience of working with Sage 50 payroll (Sage not essential but preferable).

Key Responsibilities
• Accurately processing the monthly payroll for around 300 employees, ensuring timely and efficient payroll transactions.
• Collating payroll information
• Inputting payroll data into our payroll system (Sage50).
• Verifying data, completing checks and liaising with Managers as required.
• Carrying out payroll calculations including overtime, maternity, paternity and sick pay.
• Applying deductions including court orders, national insurance, tax and pension contributions.
• Providing payslips electronically to employees.
• Pension Administration: Carrying out all administration for the Company’s pension schemes and managing auto-enrolment obligations.
• Data Management: Maintaining and updating employee payroll records, including new hires, terminations, and salary adjustments.
• Compliance: Ensuring compliance with UK payroll laws and regulations, including RTI submissions to HMRC.
• Reporting: Preparing and submitting all required payroll reports, including tax filings and benefits reports (e.g., P11D, P60). Also preparing
monthly reports for Accounts and ad-hoc reports for senior managers, as required.
• First point of contact for payroll and pension enquiries from staff and you will be required to promptly investigate and resolve any
discrepancies and issues.
• Supporting the HR & Payroll Manager with day-to-day HR matters
• Providing clerical and administrative support.
• Processing documentation and preparing reports relating to all HR activities, such as absence, holidays etc.
• Providing managers with necessary new starter documentation, processing new starter paperwork and setting up employee records.
• Ensuring HR information is held and updated accurately within the HR system, and it is GDPR compliant.

Person Specification
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in payroll processing and HR administration.
• Proficiency in payroll software and HRIS systems, preferably Sage50.
• Strong knowledge of UK payroll laws and regulations.
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Ability to work independently.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.