Payroll Administrator

An established and growing UK manufacturer is seeking a Payroll Administrator to join its payroll team, supporting employees across the UK and Ireland.

This is an excellent opportunity for a highly organised and detail-focused individual looking to develop their payroll career within a busy and supportive environment. The successful candidate will provide administrative support across payroll operations, ensuring employee records and payroll inputs are maintained accurately and processed within agreed timescales.

Salary & Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Annual bonus scheme
• Enhanced pension contribution
• Life assurance
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• Private healthcare options
• Employee discount platform
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Career progression opportunities within a growing international business
• Generous annual leave entitlement plus bank holidays
• Hybrid/flexible working options where applicable

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with the preparation and processing of monthly payrolls across multiple UK and Ireland locations.
• Accurately input payroll data including salary amendments, overtime, bonuses and other payments.
• Carry out payroll data checks and support payroll processing deadlines.
• Reconcile Time & Attendance information and highlight discrepancies for review.
• Process new starter and leaver information and maintain employee payroll records.
• Update personal, contractual and shift pattern changes within payroll systems.
• Support pension administration, including Auto-Enrolment and Salary Sacrifice arrangements.
• Assist with employee benefits administration and payroll deductions.
• Support statutory payment administration, including SSP and SMP calculations.
• Process attachment orders and third-party payments.
• Assist with payroll reporting, reconciliations and month-end activities.
• Respond to payroll-related queries from employees and internal stakeholders.
• Maintain strict confidentiality and ensure compliance with GDPR and payroll legislation.

Who We're Looking For

• Previous administration experience, ideally within payroll, finance, HR or a similar environment.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills.
• Good Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to work to deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• A professional and confidential approach to handling sensitive information.
• Payroll experience would be advantageous but is not essential.

Apply Now

If you are looking to build a career in payroll and would like to join a successful organisation that offers development and progression opportunities, we would love to hear from you.