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 • Coordinate and process payroll data across 25 UK locations. • Validate payroll inputs, ensuring accuracy and adherence to deadlines. • Liaise with managers and stakeholders to collect payroll information. • Support the Payroll Manager with monthly payroll activities. • Work closely with an outsourced payroll provider to ensure smooth delivery. • Maintain accurate payroll records and robust audit trails. • Process starters, leavers, salary changes and variable pay data. • Investigate and resolve payroll queries in a timely manner. • Reconcile payroll reports and identify discrepancies for correction. • Utilise Excel and payroll systems to analyse and manage payroll data. • Ensure compliance with UK payroll legislation and internal policies. • Contribute to payroll process improvements and system enhancements. • Handle confidential employee information with discretion and accuracy. • Monitor payroll deadlines and support the successful completion of payroll cycles. • Provide administrative support to the wider payroll function as required. Profile A successful Payroll Administrator should have: • Previous payroll administration experience within a busy payroll environment. • Experience processing payroll across multiple sites or business units. • Strong understanding of UK payroll processes, including starters and leavers. • Confident user of payroll systems and Microsoft Excel. • Excellent attention to detail with strong data validation skills. • Ability to reconcile payroll information accurately and efficiently. • Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage competing deadlines. • Effective communicator with the confidence to liaise with multiple stakeholders. • Ability to handle confidential employee information with discretion. • Proactive approach to problem-solving and query resolution. • Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with tight payroll deadlines. • Team player who can build strong working relationships across the business. • Experience working with outsourced payroll providers would be advantageous. • Knowledge of payroll compliance and audit trail requirements is desirable. • Immediately available or available at short notice preferred. Job Offer • 6-month fixed-term contract with immediate start available. • Part-time schedule offering excellent work-life balance. • Hybrid working arrangement based in Warwick. • Opportunity to gain experience within a large multi-site organisation. • Exposure to high-volume payroll operations across 25 UK locations. • Work closely with an experienced Payroll Systems Manager. • Support a business-critical payroll function with real impact. • Collaborative and supportive team environment. • Opportunity to contribute to payroll process improvements. • Build expertise across payroll systems, compliance and reporting. • Free on-site parking. • Employee referral scheme. • Competitive salary and benefits package. • Valuable experience within a global education organisation. • Potential to expand your professional network across multiple stakeholders. If you are a detail-oriented Payroll Administrator looking to make a difference in the not-for-profit sector, we encourage you to apply!