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

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

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

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