Payroll Administrator

Sunbelt Rentals UK & Ireland; Warrington; Hybrid; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Generous holiday allowance

Life assurance

Retail discount scheme

Employee recognition awards

Company pension scheme

Job summary

Sunbelt Rentals UK & Ireland is seeking an experienced Payroll Administrator to join our Birchwood-based Support Office. The role focuses on day-to-day payroll and expenses, answering employee queries, and maintaining precise records in a fast-paced environment.

You will work with the Assistant Payroll Manager and Senior Payroll Administrator to ensure timely, accurate payroll delivery compliant with current legislation and company policies. Hybrid working and tailored development are offered.

Qualifications

• Experience in payroll administration and handling employee queries.
• Good understanding of UK payroll legislation and HMRC rules.
• Attention to detail and accuracy in data handling.
• Able to work with cross-functional teams (HR and Finance).
• Proactive and collaborative approach to process improvements.

Responsibilities

• Process monthly payroll transactions accurately and on time.
• Maintain payroll records for starters, leavers, changes and absence data.
• Input, check and reconcile payroll data for accuracy.
• Respond to payroll queries from employees and managers promptly.
• Ensure payroll processes comply with statutory requirements and internal controls.
• Process employee expenses accurately and timely per policy.
• Assist in payroll reports for HR, Finance and stakeholders.
• Support payroll audits and year-end activities (P60s, P11Ds).
• Collaborate with HR and Finance to ensure data integrity and smooth information flow.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of payroll processes.

Skills

Numeracy

Literacy

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Teamwork

Tools

Payroll software

Microsoft Excel

Job description

We are continuing to enjoy an exciting period of growth, making this a fantastic time to join our friendly and supportive team. Based at our Support Office in Birchwood, this is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Payroll and Expenses Administrator looking to take the next step in their career within a well-established and fast-paced environment.

This hands‑on role is focused on the day-to-day processing of payroll and expenses data, responding to employee queries, and maintaining accurate records. Working closely with the Assistant Payroll Manager and Senior Payroll Administrator, you will play a key role in ensuring payroll processes are delivered efficiently, accurately, and in full compliance with current legislation and company policies.

Key Responsibilities And Duties Including

• Process monthly payroll transactions accurately and in line with agreed timelines.
• Maintain payroll records, including starters, leavers, changes, and absence data.
• Input, check, and reconcile payroll data to ensure accuracy.
• Respond promptly and professionally to payroll queries from employees and managers.
• Support compliance by ensuring payroll processes meet statutory requirements and internal controls.
• Accurately process employee expenses in line with company policy, ensuring timely and correct payment.
• Assist in producing payroll reports for HR, Finance, and other stakeholders.
• Collaborate with HR and Finance teams to ensure data integrity and smooth information flow.
• Provide support for payroll‑related audits and year‑end activities (e.g. P60s, P11Ds).
• Contribute to continuous improvement by suggesting and helping to implement process

What can we offer you?

You’ll Be Joining a Highly Successful FTSE 100 Organisation And The UK’s Largest Equipment Rental Provider. We Offer An Industry-leading Flexible Rewards Package, Including

• Hybrid working
• Generous holiday allowance (with the option to buy and sell leave)
• Life assurance
• Access to a retail discount scheme
• Employee recognition awards
• A great Company pension scheme

We’ll give you everything you need to ensure that you’re equipped for success, including tailored training and development based on your goals and future aspirations.

To Succeed As a Payroll Administrator, You’ll Bring

• Previous experience in payroll administration.
• Good understanding of UK payroll legislation and processes.
• Understanding of current HMRC tax legislation
• Excellent numeracy and literacy skills
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to meet tight deadlines.
• Good communication skills, with a customer‑focused approach.
• Proficiency in payroll software and Microsoft Excel.
• A proactive, flexible attitude, and willingness to work collaboratively as part of a team.

Why Sunbelt?

Whether it's construction sites, energy projects, government initiatives, or unforgettable events, Sunbelt Rentals deliver the equipment and expertise to move every industry forward. With our ambition to an employer of choice this makes Sunbelt Rentals an ideal destination for your next career move.

We are committed to the fair treatment of our staff, potential staff, and users of our services, regardless of race, gender, religion, sexual orientation, responsibilities for dependants, age, physical/mental disability, or offending background.

Having a criminal record will not automatically bar an individual from working with us. We judge each case on its own merits, taking into account the relevance of the conviction to the role, the circumstances, and the time passed since the offence.

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