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- Bourton-on-the-Water, Gloucestershire
- remote
- Permanent
- 32000 - 35000 GBP / Yearly
- <p>Robert Half are exclusively working with a long-established, family-focused business in the heart of the Cotswolds to recruit a Payroll Administrator. The company is growing and modernising, and it's investing in its people and services while staying true to its community values. You'll be the go-to person for accurate weekly payroll data. You'll also give the wider operations team practical administrative support, so this suits someone who likes variety and being close to the day-to-day.</p><p><strong>Payroll Administrator</strong><br /> <strong>Salary:</strong> £35,000 per annum<br /> <strong>Location:</strong> Bourton-on-the-Water, Cotswolds<br /> <strong>Contract:</strong> Permanent, 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday</p><p><strong>Key responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Prepare and submit accurate weekly operational and payroll data for frontline colleagues</li><li>Check clocking records against scheduled duties, investigating and resolving any discrepancies</li><li>Manage holiday allocation for colleagues in line with business needs</li><li>Act as a first point of contact for colleague queries by phone, email and in person</li><li>Work closely with HR on colleague administration, including starters, leavers and employee updates</li><li>Support day-to-day site operations, assisting the operations team when required</li><li>Handle justified complaints through informal discussions</li><li>Order and distribute uniform, and maintain the related records</li><li>Manage petty cash, prepaid cards, cash machine issues and cash variances</li><li>Keep accurate records, update internal systems and complete general administrative duties</li><li>Support the wider team and promote company values at all times</li></ul><p><strong>About you</strong></p><ul><li>Experience in payroll administration, including checking and correcting payroll data</li><li>Experience working within a finance team</li><li>Strong Excel skills and familiarity with rota systems</li><li>Strong communication and teamwork skills, with excellent attention to detail</li><li>Able to prioritise your workload, meet deadlines and work independently</li><li>Reliable, punctual and flexible when the business needs it</li></ul><p><strong>What's on offer</strong></p><ul><li>£35,000 per annum</li><li>Holiday purchase scheme</li><li>20 days' annual leave plus bank holidays</li><li>Pension scheme</li><li>Lifestyle benefits</li><li>Employee assistance programme</li><li>Career development opportunities within the wider group</li></ul><p><strong>How to apply</strong></p><p>Robert Half is working exclusively with the company on this role. To apply, please send your CV via the link or contact the Oxford office for a confidential conversation.</p><p> </p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/Y2hhcmxpZS5odW50ZS4zNzIxOS4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
- 2026-09-28T15:51:33Z
- England,
- remote
- Temporary
- 20 - 25 GBP / Hourly
- <p></p><h1>Interim Payroll Specialist</h1><p><strong>Location:</strong> Near Farnborough<br /> <strong>Duration:</strong> 8 weeks initially (potential extension)<br /> <strong>Start Date:</strong> ASAP / Mid-November<br /> <strong>Hours:</strong> Monday-Friday, 9:00am-5:00pm<br /> <strong>Working Pattern:</strong> Fully office-based, with on-site parking</p><p>We are supporting a well-established organisation near Farnborough in the search for an experienced <strong>Interim Payroll Specialist</strong> to provide immediate support during a particularly busy period.</p><p>This is not a role for someone looking for training or a learning curve. The successful candidate will need to hit the ground running, take ownership of multiple payrolls and quickly become a trusted member of the team.</p><h3>Key Responsibilities</h3><ul><li>Managing multiple end-to-end payrolls with accuracy and attention to detail</li><li>Processing payrolls across a range of departments with different pay structures and working arrangements</li><li>Administering overtime, seasonal hours, temporary staff payments and time off in lieu calculations</li><li>Managing complex pension arrangements and ensuring compliance with relevant legislation</li><li>Processing starters, leavers and payroll amendments</li><li>Validating and reviewing payroll data received from operational teams</li><li>Resolving payroll queries and ensuring payroll deadlines are met</li><li>Supporting the payroll function through a particularly busy operational period</li></ul><h3>About You</h3><ul><li>Proven experience managing <strong>complex, multi-payroll environments</strong></li><li>Strong understanding of payroll legislation, pensions and payroll compliance</li><li>Experience processing payrolls with varying pay structures, overtime calculations and employee groups</li><li>Able to work independently with minimal supervision</li><li>Strong attention to detail and confident working under pressure</li><li><strong>Previous BrightPay experience is essential</strong></li><li>Available to start immediately or at short notice</li></ul><h3>What's on Offer</h3><ul><li>Immediate start opportunity</li><li>Initial 8-week contract with the possibility of extension</li><li>Busy and varied payroll environment</li><li>Free on-site parking</li></ul><p>This role would suit an experienced payroll professional who has worked in complex payroll environments and is comfortable taking ownership from day one. Experience with <strong>BrightPay</strong> and managing multiple payrolls is essential.</p><br><p> </p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/UG9wcHkuR3JhbnQuMjMzNzMuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
- 2026-11-04T14:51:04Z
- Reading, Berkshire
- remote
- Temporary
- 35000 - 40000 GBP / Yearly
- <p></p><p><strong>Payroll Administrator</strong> <strong>6 Month Fixed-Term Contract</strong> <strong>£40,000</strong> <strong>Theale (3 days per week in the office)</strong></p><h3>The Opportunity:</h3><p>A well-established organisation is seeking an experienced Payroll Administrator to join the business on a 6-month fixed-term contract. Reporting into the Finance team, you will take responsibility for the accurate and timely processing of payroll, ensuring compliance with current legislation and providing a high level of support to employees and stakeholders.</p><p>This is an excellent opportunity for a payroll professional who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment and can confidently manage payroll processes with minimal supervision.</p><h3>Key Responsibilities:</h3><ul><li>Processing end-to-end payroll accurately and within agreed deadlines</li><li>Managing starters, leavers and employee payroll changes</li><li>Administering statutory payments, deductions and pension contributions</li><li>Calculating overtime, commissions, bonuses and other variable payments</li><li>Reconciling payroll reports and payroll-related balance sheet accounts</li><li>Responding to payroll queries from employees and management</li><li>Ensuring compliance with payroll legislation and company policies</li><li>Supporting payroll process improvements and maintaining accurate records</li><li>Liaising with HR and Finance teams to ensure payroll data remains accurate</li></ul><h3>About You</h3><ul><li>Previous experience processing end-to-end payroll</li><li>Strong knowledge of UK payroll legislation, PAYE, National Insurance and pensions</li><li>Excellent attention to detail and high levels of accuracy</li><li>Strong Excel and payroll systems experience</li><li>Ability to manage workloads and meet strict deadlines</li><li>Confident communicator with a proactive approach to problem solving</li><li>Experience working within a busy payroll or finance environment</li></ul><h3>What's on Offer</h3><ul><li>6-month fixed-term contract</li><li>Salary of £40,000</li><li>Hybrid working arrangement with 3 days per week in the Theale office</li><li>Opportunity to join a collaborative and supportive team</li><li>Immediate or short-notice start preferred</li></ul><br><p> </p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/UG9wcHkuR3JhbnQuMDA3NzUuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
- 2026-11-02T16:25:05Z