Payroll/Finance Administrator
CV-LibraryHG2, Harrogate, North YorkshirepermanentPosted: 26 August 2026
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We are seeking a detail-oriented, highly organised and motivated Payroll/Finance Administrator to join our finance team in our head office in Harrogate.
Job Purpose:
Reporting to the Finance Manager, the Payroll / Finance Administrator is responsible for managing employee pay and supporting financial operations within an organisation. The role combines payroll processing with broader finance and administrative duties
Key Responsibilities
* Calculate wages, salaries, bonuses, and deductions
* Check and monitor commission calculations
* Ensure employees are paid accurately and on time
* Manage overtime, sick pay, and holiday pay with assistance of HR Department.
* Ensure payroll complies with tax laws (e.g. PAYE, National Insurance)
* Submit reports to HMRC and maintain payroll records
* Assist with budgeting and forecasting
* Process invoices and expenses
* Reconcile accounts and support audits
* Handle payroll queries and maintain employee records
* Input manual timesheets into payroll software
* Input payroll costs into project costing system
* Adhoc Financial Duties as required.
Key Skills
* Strong numerical and analytical skills
* Attention to detail and accuracy
* Knowledge of payroll systems (e.g. Sage, Xero, QuickBooks)
* Understanding of UK tax and employment regulations
* Good communication skills and confidentiality
Experience
* Background in accounting, finance, or business administration
* Experience with spreadsheets and financial software
We are seeking a detail-oriented, highly organised and motivated Payroll/Finance Administrator to join our finance team in our head office in Harrogate.
Job Purpose:
Reporting to the Finance Manager, the Payroll / Finance Administrator is responsible for managing employee pay and supporting financial operations within an organisation. The role combines payroll processing with broader finance and administrative duties
Key Responsibilities
* Calculate wages, salaries, bonuses, and deductions
* Check and monitor commission calculations
* Ensure employees are paid accurately and on time
* Manage overtime, sick pay, and holiday pay with assistance of HR Department.
* Ensure payroll complies with tax laws (e.g. PAYE, National Insurance)
* Submit reports to HMRC and maintain payroll records
* Assist with budgeting and forecasting
* Process invoices and expenses
* Reconcile accounts and support audits
* Handle payroll queries and maintain employee records
* Input manual timesheets into payroll software
* Input payroll costs into project costing system
* Adhoc Financial Duties as required.
Key Skills
* Strong numerical and analytical skills
* Attention to detail and accuracy
* Knowledge of payroll systems (e.g. Sage, Xero, QuickBooks)
* Understanding of UK tax and employment regulations
* Good communication skills and confidentiality
Experience
* Background in accounting, finance, or business administration
* Experience with spreadsheets and financial software