Payroll Assistant

Location: Orsett; office 5 days a week. Hours: Full-time – 09:00 to 17:00, Monday to Friday. Payroll Administrator We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Payroll Administrator to join our civil engineering company. In this role, you will play a crucial part in ensuring accurate, timely, and compliant payroll processing across the organisation. Your strong Excel skills, attention to detail, and payroll knowledge will support payroll operations, reporting, and employee queries while maintaining the integrity of payroll data. Responsibilities Utilise strong Excel skills to develop and maintain payroll spreadsheets, including formulas, data manipulation, and validation. Carry out accurate and timely payroll data entry to ensure the integrity and reliability of payroll information. Process payroll-related data including salaries, holiday pay, overtime, deductions, allowances, and adjustments. Apply strong analytical skills to review payroll data, identify discrepancies, and support resolution prior to payroll submission. Ensure payroll is processed in line with company policies, contractual terms, and statutory requirements. Act as a point of contact for payroll-related queries, maintaining clear and professional communication with employees and internal stakeholders. Support payroll reconciliation by reviewing payroll outputs against records and reports. Assist with payroll reporting to support finance and management requirements. Maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive payroll and employee information with discretion. Demonstrate the ability to work effectively under pressure and meet strict payroll deadlines. Perform various administration duties and update trackers such as absence and HR. Qualifications Proven experience in payroll administration or a payroll-focused accounts role. Strong proficiency in Excel, including formulas and data analysis. Solid understanding of payroll processes, statutory deductions, and payroll compliance. Previous experience handling payroll data accurately and confidentially. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with excellent attention to detail. Ability to manage multiple payroll tasks in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively support employees and collaborate with internal teams. A proactive and organised approach to payroll administration. EEO Statement We are a disability confident employer and we are committed to providing equal opportunities in employment. All individuals will be treated fairly and equally in accordance with the law, regardless of gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability, or sexual orientation. #J-18808-Ljbffr Joseph Gallagher Limited