Firmin Recruit is delighted to be working with our established manufacturing client based in Maidstone, Kent.  Our client is a family-owned business with multiple locations in the South of England and has been in business for over one hundred years and remains a privately owned company.  Due to business demands my client is on the search for an experienced Payroll & HR Administrator to join their dynamic team.

As a Payroll & HR Administrator, you will report to the HR Manager, and be responsible for delivering the end-end payroll process for 300 staff and supporting the HR function. The role will involve ensuring compliance with the UK payroll and providing support to employees.

Hours: 37.5 hrs per week : 0:800 - 16.30 or 0:900-17.30 Monday - Friday

Benefits; Parking, Pension, 25 days holiday, plus bank holidays and pension.

Key Responsibilities:

• Accurately processing the monthly payroll for 300 employees
• Inputting payroll data into the payroll system ( Sage 50)
• Carrying out payroll calculations including overtime, maternity, paternity, and sick pay
• Applying deductions including court orders, national insurance, tax, and pension contributions
• Maintaining and updating employee payroll records including new hires, terminations, and salary adjustments
• Supporting the HR & Payroll Manager with day-to-day HR matters

Suitable Candidate:

• The suitable candidate will need a minimum of three years of payroll and HR administration experience
• Proficient in payroll software systems preferably Sage Line 50
• Strong knowledge of UK payroll laws and regulations
• Excellent administration and organisational skills
• Strong Word & Excel skills
• Ability to work independently

If you have the necessary skills and would like more information about this role, please send your CV.  This role is fully office-based.