Job Description
Payroll Administrator
Norwich, NR3 Full-Time Permanent Competitive Salary up to £30,000 depending on experience
The Role
We are seeking a highly organised and detail-focused Payroll Administrator to join a busy and supportive team based in Norwich. Reporting to the Payroll Manager, you will play a key role in ensuring employees are paid accurately and on time while supporting a range of payroll and HR administrative functions.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working in a structured, fast-paced environment and is keen to develop their payroll and finance skillset.
Key Responsibilities
- Processing timesheets, including validation of hours, overtime, travel, and other payments
- Costing and reviewing timesheet data
- Maintaining accurate records for starters, leavers, and employee changes
- Supporting payroll and HR administration across the employee lifecycle
- Performing finance-related tasks such as journals, reconciliations, and expenses
- Assisting in the processing of payrolls to ensure accurate and timely payments
- Administering employee benefits through payroll
- Calculating sickness and holiday pay
- Handling sensitive employee data in line with GDPR requirements
- Working collaboratively within the payroll team and wider business
- Responding to payroll queries efficiently, providing clear resolutions
Skills & Experience
- Strong IT skills, particularly in Microsoft Excel
- Excellent numerical ability, with confidence in manual calculations
- Strong organisational and time management skills
- Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
- Effective communication and problem-solving skills
- A team-oriented approach
- Previous payroll experience is desirable but not essential
- Experience in an administrative or process-driven environment would be beneficial
What We're Looking For
This role would suit someone who thrives in a structured environment, enjoys working with numbers, and takes pride in accuracy. Full training will be provided, making this a great opportunity for someone looking to build or develop a career in payroll.
Location & Hours
- Based in Norwich (NR3)
- Full time, Monday to Friday but those seeking 4 days a week will also be considered
