Payroll Administrator

Scantec; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A manufacturing business is seeking a Payroll Administrator to join their team near Stirling. The role involves managing payroll processes, ensuring timely payments, and resolving payroll-related queries. Candidates should have strong MS Word and Excel skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work under pressure.

Qualifications

• Experience as a payroll assistant/admin.
• Strong MS Word and Excel skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and work under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Liaise with Head Office regarding salaried wage information.
• Calculate correct payments, including deductions, overtime, and allowances.
• Run weekly time and attendance reports to generate hours for hourly employees.

Skills

MS Word

Excel (advanced)

Problem-solving skills

Attention to detail

Job description

Payroll Assistant / Administrator:

Scantec Recruitment is working with a fantastic manufacturing business to assist in their search for a Payroll Administrator at their site near Stirling. This role is essential for collating payroll information and calculating payments for weekly paid staff to ensure timely payments.

Hours of Work: Monday to Friday, 8am – 4pm or 8.30am – 4.30pm. On-site 5 days per week.

Main Responsibilities:

• Liaise with Head Office regarding salaried wage information by monthly deadlines.
• Calculate correct payments, including deductions, overtime, and allowances.
• Adjust SMP, SSP, pay rates, and other miscellaneous adjustments manually.
• Run weekly time and attendance reports to generate hours for hourly employees and input into the payroll system.
• Prepare BACS transmission for submission by the Financial Accountant.
• Produce weekly payroll reports for management accounts.
• Handle all payroll-related matters such as P45s, government statistics, employee letters, insurance claims, and bank account changes.
• Maintain holiday pay accruals and payroll reports for reconciliation during audits.
• Process holiday payments based on weekly reports.
• Generate and run weekly payroll reports as required.
• Address staff queries and resolve issues promptly.
• Manage payroll system, ensuring starters and leavers are processed correctly.
• Collaborate with HR to verify pay information.
• Provide general payroll administration support as needed.

Knowledge & Experience:

We are seeking an experienced payroll assistant/admin with strong MS Word and Excel skills (advanced). Ability to prioritize tasks, work under pressure, and communicate effectively. Attention to detail, problem-solving skills, and logical thinking are essential.