About the job Payroll Administrator - UK Job Type: Full-time | Office-based About Our Client We take pride in delivering top-tier recruitment solutions across multiple industries. As part of our continued growth, we are seeking a Payroll Administrator with accounts and bookkeeping experience to join our team. This role is perfect for a detail-oriented professional who excels in managing payroll processes and possesses a solid understanding of financial transactions. Role Overview As a Payroll Administrator, you will play a crucial role in processing payroll efficiently while ensuring accuracy in accounting entries. You will be responsible for maintaining sales and purchase ledgers, handling journal entries, and managing accruals and prepayments. A strong foundation in bookkeeping and an understanding of journal entries up to the Trial Balance stage are essential. Key Responsibilities Payroll Processing: Manage and process payroll accurately and on time. Ledger Management: Maintain sales and purchase ledgers, ensuring accurate record-keeping. Journal Entries: Process journal entries, ensuring they align with financial records. Accruals & Prepayments: Apply accounting principles to manage accruals and prepayments effectively. Trial Balance Preparation: Ensure financial records are accurately maintained up to the Trial Balance stage. Compliance & Reporting: Assist with HMRC reporting and ensure compliance with payroll regulations. Reconciliations: Perform reconciliations to ensure financial accuracy. Support & Queries: Handle payroll and accounts-related queries from employees and clients. Requirements: Education & Experience:A relevant qualification in Accounting, Finance, or Bookkeeping. 3+ years of experience in payroll processing, bookkeeping, or a similar role. Technical Skills:Proficiency in payroll software and accounting systems (e.g., Sage, Xero, or QuickBooks). Strong understanding of journal entries, accruals, and prepayments. Experience with reconciliations and HMRC reporting. Soft Skills:Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills. Strong problem-solving abilities and the capacity to work under pressure. Effective communication skills for handling payroll and accounts-related queries. #J-18808-Ljbffr