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Payroll Administrator - Temp

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Recruiter
MPI Limited
Location
Hertford
Contract
Contract
Work pattern
Full Time
First listed by Ontap
17 October 2026
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Job description

Location: Hertford

Job Type: Full-time, Temporary / Contract (6 Months Potential to go permanent)

Start Date: Immediate / Quick Start

Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience

About the Role:

Are you detail-oriented, highly organised, and confident working with figures and spreadsheets? We are looking for an approachable and methodical Payroll Administrator for a quick start on an initial 6-month contract, with strong potential to transition into a permanent role.

In this role, you will play a key part in supporting our fast-paced payroll department. You will be responsible for the weekly end-to-end administration of contractor payroll, ensuring timesheets are accurately analysed, processed, and billed on time every single week.

This is an ideal entry-to-mid-level position for a proactive professional who thrives in a deadline-driven environment, picks up new systems quickly, and takes pride in exceptional accuracy.

Key Responsibilities:

Timesheet & Payroll Processing: Accurately analyse and process high volumes of timesheet and payroll data to support weekly pay cycles and onward client billing.
Client Compliance: Ensure all timesheets are completed thoroughly in accordance with specific client requirements.
VMS & Payroll Systems: Quickly adapt to internal payroll software and retrieve/collect timesheet data across various systems.
Reporting & Administration: Assist with general payroll administration and ad-hoc finance/payroll tasks.

What We re Looking For:

Availability: Immediately available or on short notice for an immediate start.
Adaptability: Fast learner with the ability to pick up new payroll systems and software quickly.
Strong Analytical & Data Skills: Exceptional attention to detail with the ability to analyse high volumes of data accurately.
Numeracy & Literacy: Good working level of Maths and English.
IT Skills: Practical knowledge of MS Office.
Work Ethic: Professional, calm under pressure, and methodical with strong time management skills to meet fixed weekly deadlines.
Integrity: Highly trustworthy with a deep understanding of discretion and confidentiality.

Contract Details & Benefits:

Contract Duration: 6-month contract (with strong potential for permanent employment)
Start Date: Immediate / Short notice preferred

How to Apply

If you are a methodical administrator available for a quick start and looking for a 6-month contract with long-term prospects, we d love to hear from you! Click Apply to submit your CV. INDHP

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