Payroll Administrator

Payroll administrators process employee pay accurately and on time, managing everything from starters and leavers to tax code changes, pension auto-enrolment, and statutory payments. Prism 7 Resourcing places payroll administrators with businesses and payroll bureaus across Essex and the South East.

Key Duties

Processing weekly, fortnightly, and monthly payrolls for salaried and hourly paid employees
Managing starters and leavers, P45s, P46s, and P60s
Calculating statutory payments including SSP, SMP, and SPP
Administering pension auto-enrolment, opt-outs, and contribution changes
Submitting Real Time Information (RTI) returns to HMRC accurately and on time
Responding to employee queries about pay slips, deductions, and holiday pay
Reconciling payroll control accounts and producing payroll journals for the finance team

Typical Qualifications & Requirements

CIPP qualification or equivalent payroll experience
Proficient in payroll software — Sage Payroll, Xero Payroll, or similar
Strong understanding of PAYE, NIC, and statutory payment calculations
Accurate with a high level of attention to detail under deadline pressure
Experience with auto-enrolment pension administration

Permanent

Build a long-term career with a permanent payroll administrator role. We partner with established employers across the UK and UAE who offer competitive salaries, clear progression pathways, and genuine job security. Our consultants work with you to find a position that fits both your skills and your ambitions.

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Temp-to-Perm

Start as a temporary payroll administrator worker and transition into a permanent position once you've proven your value. Temp-to-perm is one of the most popular routes for Prism 7 candidates — it lets you assess the employer and the role before committing, while keeping the door open to a long-term placement.

Temporary

Prefer to keep your options open? Temporary payroll administrator work gives you the freedom to gain experience across different employers, sectors, and sites while maintaining flexibility over your schedule. Prism 7 handles all compliance, contracts, and payroll so you can focus on the work.

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Permanent Recruitment

We source and shortlist permanent payroll administrator candidates who are genuinely suited to your business — not just whoever is available. Our consultants handle everything from job brief to offer management, saving you time and reducing the risk of a costly mis-hire.

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Temp-to-Perm

Reduce hiring risk with a working trial period. Our temp-to-perm model lets you assess a payroll administrator candidate in your own environment before making a permanent offer. Prism 7 manages the candidate relationship throughout, ensuring a smooth transition when the time is right.

Temporary & Contract

Need payroll administrator cover at short notice? Our temporary and contract staffing service gives you access to fully vetted, compliance-ready candidates — often within 24 to 48 hours. Ideal for seasonal demand, project work, or unexpected absence, with no long-term commitment required.

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