Job Description
Temporary Payroll Administrator - Fast-Paced, Growing Business (Northampton)
Location: Northampton
Job Type: Temporary (Minimum 6 months)
Hours: Full-time, 37.5 hours per week
Salary: £13.00 to £14.00 per hour (Dependent on experience)
Are you organised, detail-focused, and confident with numbers? We're a growing, fast-moving business based in Northampton, and we're looking for a Temporary Payroll Administrator to support our team for a minimum of 6 months.
This role is perfect for someone who enjoys working with data, can meet deadlines under pressure, and is comfortable using Excel and Sage 50 Payroll.
What you'll be doing:
Running accurate monthly payrolls for staff across several sites
Processing weekly updates like sick leave, training hours, corrections, and time adjustments
Keeping employee records and timesheets accurate and up to date
Uploading payroll reports into Sage 50 Payroll
Responding to payroll questions and sorting out any issues quickly
Working closely with HR, finance, and site managers
Carrying out manual payroll calculations when needed
Working independently and as part of a wider team
What we're looking for:
Previous experience in a payroll role (Payroll Administrator or similar)
Confident with Sage 50 Payroll
Great attention to detail and strong communication skills
Trustworthy and able to handle sensitive information with care
Able to multitask and stay calm in a busy environment
Your background:
At least 1 year of experience in payroll or a similar role
Solid Excel skills - including formulas, pivot tables, and data checks
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