Payroll Clerk

  • Reed
  • Peterborough, Cambridgeshire
  • Aug 21, 2026
Full time Accounting

Job Description

Payroll Administrator (Part-Time)

Location: PE8 Salary: £16.25 per hourHours: 16 hours per weekWorking Days: Tuesday and WednesdayWorking Hours: 8:30am to 5:30pm with a 1-hour unpaid lunch break

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Payroll Administrator to join our team on a part-time basis. Reporting directly to the Finance Manager, you will be responsible for ensuring the accurate and timely processing of payroll and maintaining employee records.

This is an excellent opportunity for an organised payroll professional who enjoys working independently and has a strong understanding of payroll processes and compliance requirements.

Key Responsibilities

  • Process weekly payroll for over 100 employees accurately and within required deadlines.
  • Process monthly payroll accurately and efficiently.
  • Maintain and update employee holiday records.
  • Maintain sickness and absence records.
  • Ensure payroll records are accurate, complete, and up to date.
  • Manage employee contracts and associated documentation.
  • Administer and monitor pension auto-enrolment processes.
  • Provide ad hoc administrative and payroll support as required.
  • Ensure compliance with relevant payroll legislation and company procedures.

Skills and Experience

Essential

  • Minimum of 1 year's payroll experience.
  • Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
  • Excellent organisational and administrative skills.
  • Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
  • Good communication skills and the ability to work effectively with colleagues at all levels.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel.

Desirable

  • Experience with payroll software systems (Sage)
  • Knowledge of pension auto-enrolment requirements.
  • Previous experience within a finance or payroll administration environment.

Benefits

  • Company pension scheme.
  • Flexible part-time working pattern.
  • Supportive and friendly working environment.
  • Free parking

Client is available to interview this week if you have the above experience, please send your CV to