Payroll Administrator

Confidential; Oldham; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Confidential is seeking an experienced Payroll Administrator to join our finance team in Oldham. You will manage end-to-end payroll for weekly and monthly runs, ensuring accuracy and compliance with HMRC requirements.

The role requires strong knowledge of payroll legislation, excellent communication, and proficiency with Excel and payroll software. You will handle starters, leavers, pensions, and year-end processes, supporting colleagues and external partners.

Qualifications

• Experience in end-to-end payroll processing.
• Strong knowledge of payroll legislation and HMRC.
• Excellent communication and attention to detail.
• Proficient in Excel and payroll software.

Responsibilities

• Process weekly and monthly payrolls from start to finish.
• Handle payroll queries and provide high-level support.
• Process starters, leavers, pensions, statutory payments and year-end procedures.
• Maintain accurate payroll records via timesheets and attendance data.
• Regularly use Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP) to analyse payroll data.
• Liaise with colleagues and external stakeholders to resolve issues.

Skills

End-to-end payroll

HMRC regulations

Excel

Tools

Payroll software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Your new company

A well-established global manufacturing business is seeking an experienced Payroll Administrator to join their growing team. This company is based in Oldham and has a strong global presence within technology and manufacturing. This is an office-based position, offering the opportunity to work closely with colleagues and the wider finance team.

Your new role

As Payroll Administrator, you will be responsible for managing a complete end-to-end payroll across weekly and monthly deadlines. You will ensure payrolls are processed accurately and on time, maintaining compliance with current payroll legislation and HMRC requirements.

Key responsibilities will include

• Processing weekly and monthly payrolls from start to finish.
• Handling payroll queries and providing a high level of support to the business.
• Processing starters, leavers, pensions, statutory payments and year-end procedures.
• Maintaining accurate payroll records through time sheets and attendance data and ensuring compliance with current legislation.
• Regular use of Excel, pivot tables, x/v lookups.
• Liaising with colleagues and external stakeholders to resolve payroll-related issues efficiently.

What you'll need to succeed

• Proven experience processing end-to-end payroll.
• Strong knowledge of payroll legislation, HMRC regulations and statutory payments.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple deadlines effectively.
• Good working knowledge of payroll software, Excel and Microsoft Office applications.
• A proactive and professional attitude, with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.