Payroll and Data Entry Officer

Location Borehamwood
Discipline: Construction
Job type: Permanent
Salary: ££30000 - £38000 per annum
Contact name: Darran McCarthy

Contact email: vacancy@teamforcelabour.co.uk
Job ref: DM-13
Published: 1 day ago
Startdate: 2025-07-29
Teamforce Labour Limited is a leading supplier of skilled personnel to the Construction, Rail, Civil Engineering and Utilities sectors across the UK. We are seeking a highly organised Payroll & Data Entry Officer to join our busy head office team.
This role is ideal for either:
✅ Experienced payroll administrators looking to work in a fast-paced construction labour supply environment.
✅ Data entry or administrative professionals with strong Excel skills who are keen to train in payroll.
Full payroll process training will be provided for candidates with a strong data entry/administration background.
Key Responsibilities:
  • Accurately input and validate weekly timesheet data from multiple labour sites and operatives.
  • Cross-check shift details, job roles and pay rates against project-specific rate cards.
  • Prepare payroll spreadsheets for submission to external payroll firms.
  • Liaise with consultants and site staff to resolve any timesheet discrepancies before deadlines.
  • Maintain internal payroll logs and reports to ensure audit readiness.
  • Handle all personal data in line with GDPR and company policies.
Essential Skills & Experience:
  • Previous experience in data entry, administration or payroll support.
  • Excellent attention to detail with a high level of accuracy.
  • Strong Excel skills (VLOOKUPs, pivot tables and data formatting desirable).
  • Ability to meet tight weekly deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
  • Good communication skills for liaising with internal teams.
Desirable:
  • Knowledge of PAYE, CIS or umbrella payroll models.
  • AAT or CIPP qualification (or working towards).
  • Experience within construction labour compliance and timesheet systems.
What We Offer:
  • Competitive salary with room to progress into payroll specialism.
  • Full training for candidates from a data entry/administration background.
  • Supportive and dynamic team environment.
  • On-site parking and excellent transport links.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £30,000.00-£38,000.00 per year

Benefits:
  • Company pension
  • On-site parking