Payroll Administrator

TAIT; Pontefract; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

TAIT is seeking a Payroll Administrator to oversee the UK payroll process using ADP Celergo. This role involves accurate payroll data preparation and compliance with UK legislation. Ideal candidates will possess strong organizational skills, payroll system familiarity, and an eye for detail, enhancing payroll operations in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Experience with ADP Celergo or similar payroll platforms required.
• Knowledge of UK payroll legislation, RTI reporting, and pension auto-enrolment needed.

Responsibilities

• Manage the UK payroll process through ADP Celergo.
• Prepare, validate, and upload payroll input files.
• Liaise with ADP to ensure compliance with UK regulations.

Skills

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Excel

Tools

ADP Celergo

Job description

TAIT partners with artists, brands, IP holders and place makers to bring culture-defining, never-before-seen experiences to life. With a legacy of innovation spanning over 45 years, TAIT has grown from pioneering in rock ‘n’ roll concert staging to setting the global standard for extraordinary live events and experiences through cutting-edge technology, precision engineering, and creative design. TAIT’s 20 global offices have developed iconic productions and experiences in over 30 countries, all seven continents, and even outer space for renowned performers, theme parks, exhibits, and venues across the globe, including partnerships with Taylor Swift, Cirque Du Soleil, Royal Opera House, Nike, NASA, Bloomberg, Google, Beyoncé, and The Olympics

Position Purpose

The Payroll Administrator will support the delivery of the UK payroll, via ADP Celergo, under a managed service model. Reporting into the International Payroll Manager, the Payroll Administrator will coordinate closely with the managed service provider to ensure timely, accurate, and compliant payroll processing for UK-based employees. The Payroll Administrator will have a familiarity with Payroll systems, payroll data preparation, validation processes and UK statutory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Act as the key contact for the UK payroll process managed through ADP Celergo
• Prepare, validate, and upload accurate payroll input files to the ADP portal each month
• Liaise with ADP to review and approve payroll outputs, ensuring compliance with UK regulations
• Review payroll reports and manage reconciliation of payroll data against internal HR records
• Ensure timely submission of statutory returns including FPS and EPS via managed service provider
• Maintain payroll calendars and communicate payroll deadlines to relevant internal stakeholders
• Support the processing of statutory payments (SSP, SMP, SPP, etc.) via ADP
• Manage payroll-related queries from employees, escalating to ADP or internal stakeholders as needed
• Assist with payroll audits, year-end processing (P60s, P11Ds), and benefits reporting
• Keep up-to-date with UK payroll legislation and manage service best practices
  
  

Position Requirements

• Experience working with ADP Celergo or similar global managed payroll service platforms
• Knowledge of UK payroll legislation, RTI reporting, and pension auto-enrolment
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail when handling payroll inputs and reports
• Ability to manage payroll timelines and work collaboratively with external providers
• Strong Excel skills (e.g., VLOOKUPs, pivot tables)
• Effective communication skills and ability to respond to payroll queries professionally
  
  

TAIT is an equal opportunity employer fully committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran or any other protected characteristic as outlined by international, national, state, or local laws.