Payroll Administrator

ALS; Rotherham; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave 25–30 days

Public holidays 8 days (pro rata)

Enhanced sick pay

Value Awards

Perkbox membership

Study support

Group Personal Pension Plan

On-site car parking

Job summary

ALS is seeking a proactive Payroll Administrator on a maternity cover basis in Rotherham. This full-time role (40 hours, Mon-Fri) supports payroll from start to finish and delivers a precise, customer-focused service to employees and stakeholders.

You will use Sage 50 Payroll and Excel, maintain payroll records, answer queries, and work closely with HR and Finance to ensure data integrity and compliance, while continually seeking improvements to processes.

Qualifications

• Previous payroll administration experience.
• Strong knowledge of Sage 50 Payroll is essential.
• Advanced Excel skills for payroll reporting.
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational abilities.
• Proactive, solution-focused, and collaborative.

Responsibilities

• Process payroll from start to finish within deadlines.
• Maintain and update payroll records with accuracy.
• Use Sage 50 Payroll and Excel for reporting and reconciliations.
• Respond to payroll queries from employees and managers.
• Support engagement by delivering a responsive payroll service.
• Collaborate with HR and Finance to ensure data integrity.
• Identify opportunities to improve payroll processes.

Skills

Payroll processing

Sage 50 Payroll

Advanced Excel

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Tools

Sage 50 Payroll software

Excel

Job description

At ALS, we encourage you to dream big.

When you join us, you’ll be part of a global team harnessing the power of scientific testing and data-driven insights to build a healthier future.

Payroll Administrator

Contract Type: Full Time – Permanent
Working Pattern: Monday to Friday
Hours: 40 hours per week
Location: Rotherham

About the Role

We are looking for a proactive and detail-focused Payroll Administrator to join our team on a maternity cover basis. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with payroll experience who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment where accuracy, collaboration, and employee experience are at the heart of what they do.

As part of the payroll team, you will play a key role in ensuring employees are paid accurately and on time while delivering a professional and supportive service across the business. We are looking for someone who takes ownership, enjoys problem solving, and is confident building positive relationships with colleagues and stakeholders.

Day-to-Day Responsibilities

• Process payroll from start to finish accurately and efficiently within agreed deadlines
• Maintain and update payroll records with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Use Sage 50 Payroll and Excel to manage payroll processing, reporting, reconciliations, and data analysis
• Respond professionally and proactively to payroll queries from employees, managers, stakeholders, and auditors
• Support employee engagement by delivering a responsive and customer-focused payroll service
• Work collaboratively with HR and Finance teams to ensure payroll data integrity
• Follow payroll procedures and controls to maintain compliance and operational efficiency
• Assist with payroll administration and reporting activities
• Identify opportunities to improve payroll processes and contribute ideas to enhance efficiency and employee experience
• Support continuous improvement initiatives within the payroll function

Essentials

• Previous payroll administration or payroll processing experience
• Strong working knowledge of Sage 50 Payroll is essential
• Advanced Excel skills with confidence handling payroll data and reporting
• Excellent attention to detail and strong organisational skills
• A proactive and solutions-focused approach to work
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build positive working relationships
• Ability to manage confidential information with professionalism and discretion
• A collaborative team player who is motivated to deliver excellent service to employees and stakeholders
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities

Employee Benefits Include:

• Starting with 25 days of annual leave, increasing to 30 days, plus 8 public holidays (pro rata for part-time).
• Option to purchase additional annual leave.
• Enhanced Company Sick Pay Scheme.
• ‘Value Awards’ Recognition Awards.
• Perkbox Membership offering access to discounts and a wellness hub.
• Learning and study support to help you grow.
• Group Personal Pension Plan.
• On-site car parking.

Working at ALS

The ALS team is a diverse and dedicated community united by our passion to make a difference in the world.

Our values are important to us, and shape how we work, how we treat each other and how we recognise excellence.

At ALS, you’ll be supported to develop new skills and reach your full potential. We invest in our people with programs and opportunities that help you build a diverse career with us.

We want everyone to have a safe, flexible and rewarding career that makes a positive impact on our people, the planet and our communities.

Everyone Matters

ALS is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fostering an inclusive work environment where the strengths and perspectives of each employee are both recognised and valued.

ALS also welcomes applications from people with all levels of ability. Reasonable adjustments to support candidates throughout the recruitment process are available upon request.

Eligibility

To be eligible to work at ALS you must be a Citizen or Permanent Resident of the country you are applying for, or either hold or be able to obtain, a valid working visa.