Payroll Administrator

ERSG Ltd; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

ERSG Ltd in Bromley is seeking a Payroll Administrator to join our Operations team. The role requires accuracy, proactivity and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

The successful candidate will handle timesheets, contractor payments and data uploads to our finance system, with training provided where needed. You will collaborate across teams to ensure timely, compliant payroll processing and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Prior Payroll/Finance experience preferred, but full training will be provided.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel.
• RSM In-Time, Bullhorn & Sage experience would be preferred.
• Strong problem-solving mindset and attention to detail under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Process timesheets and expense information from various sources.
• Ensure contractors are paid accurately per weekly and monthly schedules.
• Process UK and international payments.
• Perform weekly and monthly contractor payroll reconciliations.
• Upload and reconcile payroll data to the Finance system.

Skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Communication skills

Multitasking

Problem solving

Tools

Excel

RSM In-Time

Bullhorn

Sage

Job description

ERSG is seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Payroll Administrator to join our Operations team in Bromley. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys juggling multiple priorities, and is enthusiastic about delivering high-quality administrative support across a dynamic business.

The ideal candidate will be able to demonstrate a high level of accuracy and attention to detail as well as being a fast learner. We are looking for someone who takes pride in their work, with excellent organisational skills, a proven ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines. Previous experience in an office environment, ideally in a contractor payroll/finance role is preferred, but full training will be provided.

Responsibilities include:

• Processing of timesheet & expense information from various sources.
• Ensuring our contractors are paid accurately and in accordance with our weekly & monthly payment schedules.
• Processing of UK & International payments.
• Weekly & Monthly contractor payroll reconciliations.
• Uploading and reconciliation of payroll data to our Finance system.
• Verify timekeeping records to ensure compliance with company policies.
• Identify and recommend process improvements to increase efficiency and accuracy.
• Support other operational initiatives and special projects as required.
• Internal collaboration to ensure any queries are resolved in a timely manner.

About you:

• Prior Payroll/Finance experience preferred, but full training will be provided.
• Proficient with the Microsoft Office Suite - especially Excel.
• RSM In-Time, Bullhorn & Sage experience would be preferred.
• A problem-solving mindset supporting the team to deliver exceptional service delivery focused on continuous improvement in a demanding environment.
• Highly meticulous with excellent organizational and multitasking abilities.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Able to perform well under pressure with the ability to meet tight deadlines.
• Able to work independently as well as collaboratively in a team setting.

This role is mostly office based, with the option to work 1 day from home upon completion of training

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.