Payroll Administrator

Howdens are looking for an experienced Payroll Administrator to join our busy Payroll team based at our site in Howden, East Yorkshire. This is a full time, permanent position, working from the office four days each week and one day from home.

Reporting to the Payroll Manager this role offers a detailed oriented person the opportunity to produce the Howdens Joinery Group and Supply Division Payrolls, operating monthly cycles. 

What you will be doing as Payroll Administrator:

• Day-to-day preparation & input of data for payroll production
• Ensuring appropriate application of key employee / Payroll life-cycle events, including:
• Joiner / Leaver administration
• Absence management/recording
• Salary/allowance / benefit changes
• Maintaining statutory obligations (PAYE, NIC, SSP, SMAPP, AEOs, NMW, etc)
• Managing variable pay input, calculation of bonus schedules where appropriate, inbound payment interfaces.
• Participation in auditing and correction of Payroll data entry
• Execution of key/critical system tasks for Payroll production
• Production & analysis of exception/error / KPI reports associated with Payroll production.
• Production/submission of external interfaces & reports to statutory bodies, benefit providers, linked systems
• Management & reconciliation of third-party payments (pension, childcare, attachments, voluntary deductions)

What do you need to qualify for the Payroll Administrator:

• Experience in Payroll practices, activities & legislative obligations
• High competency with numeracy, analytical and problem-solving.
• An advanced level of Excel experience is essential to support data analysis.
• Ability to organise and prioritise day-to-day activities.
• Excellent verbal & communication skills
• Customer-focused individual with positive and adaptable attitude who can work in a fast-paced dynamic business.

What we can offer you:

• Competitive salary
• Company pension, which is matched up to 12%
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays with the option to buy more.
• Free daily lunch at our onsite canteen
• Free onsite parking
• Friendly and supportive team

About Howdens:

Howdens Joinery is the UK’s number one trade kitchen supplier, providing thousands of products across kitchens, joinery, and hardware. We have over 900 depots throughout the UK and Europe and employ more than 11,000 staff. Last year, our sales reached over £2.4bn, and we have an ambitious growth agenda.

Despite our scale, Howdens remains a local business with traditional values. As a British manufacturer, we were founded on the principle that the business should be worthwhile for all concerned. That includes our customers, the homeowners they serve, the local communities we operate in, local and national charities, our large network of suppliers, our investors, and of course, our people.

How to apply:

We’re building a future where world-class service, innovation, and sustainability are embedded within our DNA. If Howdens sounds like the kind of place for you, then we’re keen to hear from you.

Howdens is founded on the principle of being Worthwhile for ALL concerned. We’re working hard to ensure we provide an inclusive environment where everyone feels welcome. We will do everything we can to support you during your application. If you need us to make any adjustments to our recruitment process, please email recruitmentteam@howdens.com with the job title and location, and we will be happy to help you.

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