Brookson (A People2.0 Company)
Payroll Administrator

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Established in 1995, Brookson has been supporting freelancers, contractors, and self-employed professionals for over 30 years. With our head office in Warrington and additional UK offices in London, Coventry, and Bournemouth, we have grown into a trusted provider of accountancy, tax, and support services.
Now part of the People2.0 group, we continue to innovate and expand, offering our employees a dynamic and rewarding place to build their careers.
We are recruiting for a Payroll Administrator to join our wider Payroll and Billing Team.
The Role
The Payroll Administrator is responsible for supporting the regional payroll team. You will work with experienced payroll staff to deliver an on time, accurate and compliant payroll. To achieve this, you will need to support the team in multiple tasks, planned and ad-hoc, this will include responding to internal and external questions via email.
This role is Monday - Friday working shifts between 8am and 7pm.
Main Responsibilities:
- Calculate and input employee hours, overtime, bonuses, and deductions accurately.
- Ensuring all payrolls are processed on time.
- Respond to employee inquiries regarding payroll matters with professionalism and confidentiality.
- Assist in other accounting and administrative tasks as assigned by the Payroll Manager
- Meet both quality and production standards established by the company and department.
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What are the qualities that can help you thrive as a Payroll Administrator?
- Previous payroll experience is desirable
- Proficient use of MS Office products.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy in data entry.
- Excellent organisational and time management skills.
- Ability to work effectively in a team environment and collaborate with cross-functional departments.
- Effective communication skills, both verbal and written
In Return for joining us as a Payroll Administrator
Here at Brookson, we want everyone to feel valued and have a sense of belonging. That is why we offer a wide range of benefits plus an internal commitment to all colleagues around communication, engagement, and professional development. The benefits for this role include:


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- Salary of £25,000 per year
- Hybrid working
- 5% company pension contribution after 3 months
- 23 days’ annual leave, plus bank holidays and your Birthday off each year
- 2 Press Pause days per year (An opportunity to step back, breathe, and focus on your wellness)
- Free Financial Advice including Mortgages and Savings.
- Wellbeing benefits including discounted gym membership, direct GP access, and an in-house Mental Health First Aid team to name a few.
Next Steps
If you are interested in being considered for this opportunity, please apply with your CV highlighting your relevant skills in relation to the above criteria.
Regardless of the outcome of your application, all candidates will be contacted. If your application is successful, Vicky from our talent team will reach out to you within three working days to guide you through the next steps.
Please note that we will not be working with recruitment agencies for this vacancy at this stage.
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