Payroll Administrator
Were looking for a Payroll Administrator to join our friendly HR team based at our London office providing payroll support across all our sites.
The ideal candidate will be an experienced Payroll Administrator with strong reporting and analytical skills.
At The Compleat Food Group were on a mission to create tasting food thats better for people and the planet we call it Food to Feel Good.We pride ourselves on being a business that gives equal emphasis to HOW we operate as well as the financial results we achieve.
Our 5500 (and growing) fantastic people are what make this possible. They are passionate about creating delicious products for UK consumers leading retailers and our exciting market leading brands which include Walls Pastry Vadasz Squeaky Bean and Unearthed.
Location: London Battersea
Working Hours: Monday Friday: 8:30am 5pm
Salary: 27000 per annum
Your objectives:
- To accurately capture payroll information by collecting calculating and inputting data on our integrated HR & Payroll system.
- To ensure the successful processing of the monthly payroll and review pre and post commit payroll reports.
- To be the first point of contact for Line Manager and employees on all payroll queries.
- To action daily administrative tasks within the wider HR department.
Your duties will include but are not limited to:
- Responsible for the accurate and timely processing of the monthly payroll including starters leavers contract changes salary increases etc. using our outsourced payroll system ADP iHCM.
- Deal with queries from employees relating to pay and benefits escalating more complex enquiries to our payroll provider.
- Create and run reports and analysis for various stakeholders.
- Carry out Right to Work checks for new starters and monitor expiry dates of Visas/ Residence Permits.
- Maintain and manage pension administration and liaise with our pension provider Aviva
- Administer all holiday and absence records.
- Support the Financial Director in the end of tax year processing including P60s and P11Ds.
- Provide administrative support to the HR Manager
- Maintaining and updating electronic personnel files.
- Supporting key projects within the HR team as required.
Knowledge Skills and Experience Required:
- Proactive and have experience in working in a fast-paced HR/Payroll Department
- A flexible & resilient approach to work
- Great attention to detail enjoy processing a range of data to tight deadlines
- Naturally collaborative willing to roll up your sleeves and take on any task
- A strong communicator able to develop and build relationships with a range of people
- Discrete and professional able to handle confidential information
- A problem solver who is focused on business solutions
- You can adapt to changing needs while delivering to tight and conflicting deadlines
- Able to prioritize own tasks/ multi-task
Skills and Experience:
- Previous experience in an administrative payroll role with experience of ADP iHCM
- Strong data analysis proficient use of Microsoft Office applications specifically Excel
- Ability to manage and maintain a wide range of information keen eye for detail
Whats in it for you
- Dynamic Environment: You will be working in a fast-paced future-thinking agile company where your contributions make a real difference.
- Culture: Be part of a fantastic team that values diversity innovation collaboration and excellence.
- 33 days holiday (including bank holidays)
- 2 EmployeeVolunteering Days per year
- Online and High-street retailer discount scheme
- Employee well-being and community support groups
- Informal and Formal training opportunities with personalised online LMS platform
- Charity Initiatives and Team events
- 24/7 Access to Grocery Aid (Free Financial Emotional and Practical Support)
- Physical Wellbeing Benefits Free on demand exercise hub and various gym discounts.
- Online Wellbeing benefits
- Free Financial wellbeing mortgage calculators budget tools financial aid tools
The Compleat Food Group fosters an inclusive respectful culture where everyone feels safe supported and valued. We welcome diverse talent knowing it drives exceptional results and a better workplace.
We are committed to Fairness Equity Inclusivity and Respect we ensure all colleagues can thrive by bringing their whole selves to work. As an equal opportunitys employer we provide all the support you need to succeed.
Contact us with any questions about Diversity & Inclusion or accessibility during the application process.
Recruitment Agencies:
We have a small active and trusted Preferred Supplier List to assist us if required. We do not acknowledge any speculative CVs or unsolicited candidate introductions. We only accept CV submissions for roles released to you directly by our Talent Acquisition team.
If you would be interested in working with us please send a message to and should we have any roles we need additional support with we will reach out to you.
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority