Job Title: Payroll Administrator (Maternity Cover)Location: Wednesbury (Hybrid - 3 Days in Office, 2 Days from Home)Salary: £27,000 - £29,000 (Depending on Experience)Contract: 12-Month Fixed Term (Maternity Cover) with potential extension.About the Role:KC Group is recruiting for a Payroll Administrator to cover maternity leave for our client based in Wednesbury. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a dynamic HR and Payroll team on a 12-month fixed-term contract. With a hybrid working model, you'll have the flexibility of working three days in the office and two days from home, earning between £27,000 and £29,000 depending on your experience.Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in the timely and accurate processing of payroll using the HR Cloud system (Access Software), including starter/leaver data and other payroll-related changes.
• Support the production of HR and payroll reports as needed.
• Serve as a key point of contact for payroll queries, delivering excellent customer service.
• Contribute to the completion of month-end and year-end payroll procedures.
• Ensure compliance with statutory HR and payroll regulations.
• Maintain HR and payroll systems, including job hierarchy, document uploads, and personal data management.
• Assist in audit processes and help implement recommendations within specified timelines.
• Apply continuous improvement practices to streamline payroll processes and enhance customer service.
• Ensure confidentiality and integrity in all payroll-related activities.
• Prioritize and manage your workload to meet deadlines set by the Payroll Manager.
• Support HR and payroll projects, ensuring project deadlines are met.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders to deliver quality payroll services.

Essential Experience:

• At least 1+ years of payroll experience.
• Experience in a customer-focused environment.
• Experience processing end to end payroll
• Proven track record of driving continuous improvement and best practices.
• Experience with cloud-based HR and payroll systems, preferably Access HR and Payroll.

Skills:

• Strong knowledge of HR and payroll processes and current legislation.
• Proficiency in MS Office, particularly Excel.
• CIPP qualification (desirable but not essential).

Why Join Us?This role offers a great blend of on-site and remote working, allowing you to manage your time effectively while being part of a supportive and collaborative team. If you have a passion for payroll and are looking for a new challenge, we’d love to hear from you!How to Apply:If you have the required experience and skills, and are interested in this opportunity, please apply now for a confidential chat!Join KC Group and be a part of a team that values your expertise!