Payroll

Job Specification – Payroll Administrator

Job Title

Payroll Administrator

Department

Finance / Payroll

Location

Wolverhampton

Hours of Work

Monday to Friday, 8:00am – 5:00pm (40 hours per week) (negotiable)

Salary: £30,000 - £35,000

Competitive, dependent on experience.

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced and highly organised Payroll Administrator to join our growing construction business. The successful candidate will be responsible for processing the weekly payroll for approximately 500 employees, ensuring all payments are accurate, compliant, and processed within strict deadlines.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with payroll experience who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment and is looking for long-term career development. We are committed to investing in our employees and offer genuine opportunities for progression within our Finance department.

Key Responsibilities

• Process weekly payroll for approximately 500 employees accurately and on time.
• Calculate wages, overtime, bonuses, deductions and statutory payments.
• Process new starters, leavers and employee amendments.
• Maintain accurate payroll records and employee data.
• Ensure compliance with HMRC legislation and payroll regulations.
• Submit Real Time Information (RTI) to HMRC.
• Process statutory payments including SSP, SMP, SPP and other relevant payments.
• Reconcile payroll reports and resolve discrepancies.
• Respond to payroll queries from employees professionally and efficiently.
• Liaise with HR, Finance and Site Managers to ensure payroll information is accurate.
• Prepare payroll reports for management as required.
• Assist with year-end payroll processes including P60s and other statutory reporting.
• Ensure confidentiality of employee payroll information at all times.
• Support continuous improvement of payroll processes and procedures.

Essential Skills & Experience

• Previous payroll administration experience, ideally processing large weekly payrolls.
• Strong understanding of UK payroll legislation and HMRC requirements.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work to strict weekly deadlines.
• Strong numerical and analytical skills.
• Good knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office.
• Experience using payroll software.

Desirable

• Payroll experience within the construction industry.
• Knowledge of the Construction Industry Scheme (CIS).
• Understanding of pension auto-enrolment.
• Payroll qualification (or working towards one).

What We Offer

• Competitive salary.
• Monday to Friday working hours (8:00am – 5:00pm).
• Ongoing training and development.
• Clear career progression opportunities within the Finance and Payroll team.
• Opportunity to join a successful and growing construction business.

How to Apply

If you are an experienced Payroll Administrator looking for your next opportunity in a growing construction company, we'd love to hear from you. Please submit your CV along with a brief covering statement outlining your relevant experience.