Payroll Coordinator

Payroll Co-ordinator (Temporary) 
3–6 Month Contract | £14.50+ | Mon–Fri, 9am–5pm

 
Pertemps Recruitment is working on behalf of one of our clients to recruit a Payroll Co‑ordinator for a temporary contract, initially for 3–6 months.

The scope of this role may be subject to change depending on the experience of the successful candidate.
 
The Payroll Co‑ordinator will assist with the timely, accurate, and confidential processing of company payrolls and payroll bureaus, along with supporting the administration of employee benefits.

 
Key Duties 

• Support end-to-end payroll processing across multiple payrolls and bureaus

• Set up new starters in Cintra and check transfers to Softworks

• Maintain and update employee records, including job details and tax codes

• Import payroll data, calculate hours, bonuses, and additional payments/deductions

• Assist with accurate calculation of pay, holiday pay, sick pay, overtime, and bonuses

• Ensure payroll activity complies with HMRC and statutory requirements

• Act as first poInt of contact for payroll queries, escalating where necessary

• Maintain attendance and sickness absence records

• Prepare payroll reports and journals for finance and management teams

About You 

• Previous experience in a payroll or payroll support role

• Good understanding of payroll processes and HMRC compliance

• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills

• Confident working to deadlines in a temporary role

The Details 

• Salary: £27,000+ per annum (dependent on experience)

• Contract: Temporary (3–6 months initially)

• Hours: Monday–Friday, 9:00am–5:00pm (1-hour lunch)

• Benefits: Free onsite parking

Please APPLY now of contact Chelsea Goodman in the Pertemps Plymouth office for more information.