Payroll Administrator

Adecco; Manchester; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in Manchester is seeking a Payroll Administrator for a 6-month office role. The candidate will handle payroll processing, compliance, and data management, requiring excellent Excel skills and experience in EMEA payrolls. Proficiency in French is a bonus. The position is full-time, 5 days a week in the office, offering an opportunity to work in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years experience in payroll administration.
• Ability to work independently and efficiently.
• Strong understanding of payroll compliance regulations.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, process, and distribute employee paychecks accurately.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure timely payroll processing.
• Generate payroll reports and assist in audits.

Skills

Experience with EMEA payrolls

Proficiency in French

Excellent communication skills

Advanced skills in Excel

Client-focused approach

Tools

SAP

Oracle

NGA

Alight

Strada

Job description

Overview

Title: Payroll Administrator | Number of vacancies: 1 | Location: Manchester | Duration: 06 Months | Work type: 5 days per week in office

Responsibilities

• Payroll Processing: Prepare, process, and distribute employee pay checks with precision, including wages, bonuses, and deductions.
• Data Management: Collaborate with business stakeholders to ensure accurate and timely payroll processing.
• Compliance: Support adherence to federal, state, and local payroll regulations, including tax withholdings and reporting requirements.
• Reporting: Generate payroll reports and assist in audits by providing necessary documentation and information.
• Employee Support: Address payroll-related inquiries from employees, providing assistance and resolving issues with a friendly touch.

What We’re Looking For

• Experience with EMEA payrolls, particularly in Luxembourg, Belgium, Spain, and France.
• Proficiency in the French language is a bonus but not essential.
• Ability to work independently and efficiently, demonstrating initiative and process improvements.
• Strong client-focused approach with a keen eye on risk and controls.
• Excellent communication skills to effectively engage with team members and stakeholders.
• Familiarity with SAP and Oracle is essential; knowledge of NGA, Alight, or Strada is an advantage.
• Advanced skills in Excel to manage and analyse payroll data effectively.

Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

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