Payroll & Benefits Administrator

Payroll Administration

• Prepare and process monthly payroll data for all employees across the Group.
• Ensure all new starters, leavers, contractual changes and payroll amendments are accurately recorded and submitted within payroll deadlines.
• Verify payroll information including salaries, commission payments, bonus payments, overtime, deductions, statutory payments and benefits.
• Process parental and sickness payments in accordance with statutory requirements.
• Reconcile payroll reports and identify any discrepancies prior to payroll approval.
• Liaise with General and Department Managers to ensure all information submitted is accurate.
• Maintain accurate employee payroll records and documentation.
• Respond to payroll-related queries from employees and managers in a professional and timely manner.
• Complete year-end payroll activities including P60s and P11D reporting.

Benefits Administration

• Administer company benefit schemes including:
• Company car scheme
• Private medical insurance
• Life assurance
• Employee assistance programmes
• Pension schemes
• Other employee benefits as introduced by the business
• Process benefit enrolments, amendments and removals.
• Maintain accurate records of all employee benefits.
• Liaise with benefit providers to resolve employee queries and administrative issues.
• Support the annual renewal of benefits and schemes

Pension Administration

• Administer auto-enrolment and pension processes.
• Ensure pension contributions are accurately calculated and submitted.
• Manage pension joiners, leavers and contribution changes.
• Liaise with pension providers on behalf of employees and the business.

HR & Compliance Support

• Ensure compliance with HMRC legislation, payroll regulations and employment law requirements.
• Assist with generalist HR tasks including emails & calls
• Support payroll audits and compliance checks.
• Maintain confidential employee records in line with GDPR requirements.
• Produce payroll and benefits reports as requested
• Assist with annual salary review and bonus administration processes.
• Support HR projects and initiatives as required.

Person Specification

Essential

• Previous Sage 50 payroll administration experience (end to end)
• Good understanding of payroll legislation and statutory payments.
• Experience administering employee benefits and pensions.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
• Strong Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office skills.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Desirable

• Experience within a multi-site business.
• Experience of HR systems and employee databases.
• Payroll qualification or relevant professional certification.
• Automotive retail sector experience.

Core Competencies

• Accuracy and attention to detail
• Customer focus
• Integrity and confidentiality
• Organisational skills
• Problem-solving
• Collaboration and teamwork
• Communication skills
• Continuous improvement mindset

What Do You Get in Return?

• 40 hours per week, Mon-Fri
• Generous basic & OTE £34K.
• 31 days holiday per year (including Bank Holidays)
• Benefits platform with employee support programme
• Discounted rates of vehicle parts and servicing
• Opportunities for training and career progression
• Contributory pensions scheme for eligible staff
• Life insurance of 3 x salary