Payroll Administrator

Mission Mars (Head Office)

Manchester£28,000-30,000 per annum + up to 30% bonusFull time

Payroll Administrator

Location: Mission Mars Head Office - 8 Hewitt Street, Manchester M15 4BG

Reports to: Finance Manager

Salary: £28-30,000 per annum + up to 30% bonus


About Mission Mars:

Mission Mars is a fast-growing hospitality group with over 1,800 employees across 35 locations, including Albert Hall, Albert's Schloss venues, Albert's Schenke, and Rudy’s Napoletana. We've been voted as a 'World Class' place to work by Best Companies in 2024 and are expanding rapidly; opening a new location every month, and we’re looking for a dedicated Payroll Administrator to help streamline and optimise our payroll processes.


The Role:

As a Payroll Administrator, you'll be a key part of our team, responsible for ensuring the timely and accurate processing of payroll for our venues. You'll handle everything from managing fortnightly and monthly payroll to processing a range of employee benefits and ensuring compliance with regulations.


Key Responsibilities:

  • Process fortnightly and monthly payroll for all employees, ensuring accuracy across all locations.
  • Administer payroll benefits such as TRONC, bonuses, car and gym allowances, pension uploads, and more.
  • Handle pay changes, monthly reconciliations, and P11D management.
  • Assist with setting up payroll systems for new locations and ensure everything runs smoothly.
  • Manage HMRC payments, DEA claims, and child maintenance submissions.
  • Support the annual financial audit and gender pay gap reporting.
  • Collaborate with site GMs and the People Manager on payroll-related tasks.


What we’re looking for:

  • Strong experience in payroll administration, preferably with Fourth (or similar payroll systems).
  • High attention to detail, with the ability to handle multiple payroll processes seamlessly.
  • Proactive problem-solver with excellent communication skills.
  • Experience with managing benefits, reconciliations, and audits is a plus.


What's in it for you?

  • Competitive salary of £28,000-30,000 per annum depending on experience
  • Bonus up to 30% (paid quarterly)
  • Company pension
  • 50% discount on food & drink at all Mission Mars venues
  • Family & friends discount
  • Free gig tickets for Albert Hall
  • Open plan and fun office in heart of Manchester city centre
  • 24/7 access to free, confidential and specialist mental health/wellbeing support
  • An independent culture where your ideas matter
  • Invites to great parties and social events
  • Benefit from our Ground Control social calendar


Ready to take your payroll career to the next level? Apply now and be part of the Mission Mars journey!