Junior Payroll Administrator

Location

Bromley, London

Job Type

Permanent

Salary

£25000 - £28000 per annum + Annual bonus

Job Sector

Internal

Reference Code

JPA1_1768924276

Role Overview

The Junior Payroll Administrator will support the Payroll and Billing Specialist, with a primary focus on processing freelancer payroll in Germany, managing billable and non-billable expenses, and providing billing support for complex client arrangements. This is an excellent entry-level role for someone looking to build a career in payroll and operations within an international environment. As a fast-growing company, ERSG prides itself on supporting staff who demonstrate commitment and initiative to develop their careers with us.

Key Responsibilities

Payroll & Freelancer Payments

Process freelancer timesheets and expense claims for payroll in Germany
Ensure accuracy and completeness of payroll data prior to processing
Liaise with freelancers to resolve payroll, or expense related queries

Expense Processing

Process billable and non-billable travel cost expenses
Ensure timely posting of expenses to the correct cost centres and clients
Support month-end close activities related to expenses

Billing & Client Support

Provide billing support for complex client arrangements
Assist with the preparation and review of client invoices
Reconcile billable time and expenses against client contracts
Work closely with Payroll, Operations, and Customer Services teams to resolve billing discrepancies

General & Administrative

Maintain accurate payroll and billing records
Support audits and internal controls as required
Assist with process improvements and documentation
Undertake ad-hoc operations and payroll tasks as required

Skills & Experience

Essential

Basic understanding of payroll, accounting, or finance principles
Strong attention to detail and high level of accuracy
Good numerical and analytical skills
Proficient in Microsoft Excel and other MS Office tools
Strong organisational and time-management skills
Ability to handle confidential information with discretion

Desirable

Intime (RSM) experience
Sage Experience
Familiarity with payroll, expense, or accounting systems
Interest in developing a career in payroll or finance

Qualifications

Relevant payroll or finance training is an advantage but not essential

Personal Attributes

Proactive and eager to learn
Comfortable working with deadlines
Strong communication skills
Team-oriented with a positive attitude

About ersg

Set up in 2008, ersg is an award winning, international leader in staffing services to the global energy and built environment markets. We work with major international companies through to smaller independent businesses to enable their projects to be facilitated effectively throughout the entire project life cycle. Whilst headquartered in London, our global business has over 200 staff with offices across Europe, North America and Asia.

ersg are an equal opportunities employer; we are committed to promoting equality of opportunity for all staff job applicants. We do not discriminate against staff or applicants on the basis of age, sex, race, disability, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender reassignment or religious background; all decisions are based on merit.

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