Payroll Administrator

Outsource Uk Ltd; Lancashire; Hybrid; GBP 18,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Outsource UK is recruiting a Payroll Administrator in Ormskirk, Lancashire, offering hybrid working. The role focuses on accurate payroll processing and HR administration across UK operations, supporting changes, RTI, BACS and HR tasks within a collaborative team.

The successful candidate will have proven payroll experience, strong attention to detail, and good communication skills. SAP experience is desirable and full training is provided.

Qualifications

• Proven experience running payroll in a professional environment.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to payroll accuracy.
• Experience with payroll systems; SAP experience desirable but training provided.
• Flexible, proactive and positive can-do attitude.
• Ability to follow processes while identifying improvements.
• Strong understanding of internal customer service and quality expectations.
• Excellent communication skills at all levels.
• Ability to own objectives and deliver against targets.
• Collaborative team player with strong organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Process monthly changes to pay-related data using SAP.
• Complete payroll and HR transactions (new starters, leavers, transfers, maternity leave).
• Close and check payroll using payroll reports.
• Perform full payroll element reconciliations.
• Carry out the BACS process and verify payroll extracts.
• Complete RTI reporting.
• Provide payroll information and reports to Finance and Pensions.
• Liaise with HMRC as appropriate.
• Manage payrolling of benefits.
• Respond to payroll and HR queries from employees.
• Process updates to personal information (addresses).
• Produce ad hoc management reports.
• Follow SOPs and identify process improvements.

Skills

Payroll processing

Attention to detail

SAP experience

Communication skills

Teamwork

Process improvement

Tools

SAP

Job description

Payroll Administrator

Location: Ormskirk, Lancashire

Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am – 5:00pm (37.5 hours per week)

Working pattern: Hybrid working available

Salary: Up to £30,000

Outsource UK are recruiting for a Payroll Administrator to join a global manufacturing company based in Ormskirk. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced payroll professional to join a collaborative team and provide a high-quality payroll and HR administration service across UK operations. The successful candidate will support specific areas of the business while working flexibly as part of a team, taking responsibility for accurate and timely payroll processing and administration.

Key Responsibilities

• Process monthly changes to pay-related data using SAP.
• Complete a range of payroll and HR transactions, including new starters, leavers, transfers and maternity leave.
• Close and check payroll using relevant payroll reports.
• Complete full reconciliation of all payroll elements.
• Carry out the BACS process, including the creation and verification of payroll BACS extracts.
• Complete appropriate Real Time Information (RTI) reporting.
• Provide payroll information and reports to other functions, including Finance and Pensions.
• Liaise with HMRC where appropriate.
• Manage payrolling of benefits.
• Respond to employee payroll and HR administration queries.
• Process employee requests to update personal information, such as home addresses.
• Produce ad hoc reports for management as required.
• Work consistently within established Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), while identifying opportunities to improve processes and efficiency.

About You

• Proven experience of running payroll within a professional environment.
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to payroll accuracy.
• Experience working with payroll systems; SAP experience is desirable but not essential, as full training will be provided.
• A flexible, proactive and positive can-do attitude.
• The ability to follow established processes while also identifying opportunities for improvement.
• A strong understanding of internal customer service and service quality expectations.
• Excellent communication skills, with the confidence to communicate effectively at all levels.
• The ability to take ownership of objectives and deliver against targets.
• A collaborative approach and the ability to thrive within a team environment.
• Strong organisational and problem-solving skills.

Inclusion Statement

Outsource UK is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. You'll receive fair consideration for your application regardless of your race, religion or belief, gender, gender identity or expression, sex, sexual orientation, disability, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, or age. We’re proud Corporate Members of the Hidden Disabilities Sunflower. If you need any adjustments at any stage - from application to interview or in your new role - please let us know. We’re here to support you every step of the way. We believe diversity of thought and background makes us stronger, and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and life experiences.