Payroll Administrator

United Infrastructure Group Services Limited; Warrington; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

United Infrastructure is seeking a Payroll Administrator on a 6-month fixed-term basis to join our payroll and finance teams. You will be responsible for inputting timesheets, processing payroll journals, and ensuring data accuracy and confidentiality.

The role requires strong attention to detail, good Excel skills, and the ability to work to deadlines; training will be provided and you will collaborate across HR and Finance.

Qualifications

• Strong attention to detail and ability to handle data accurately.
• Proficient with Excel and general computer skills.
• Organised, reliable, and able to meet deadlines.
• Willing to learn and develop payroll knowledge with training.
• Discretion with confidential employee information and team support.

Responsibilities

• Input and maintain accurate timesheet data.
• Process payroll journals and ensure information is entered correctly.
• Learn the weekly payroll process to provide cross-cover when required.
• Check payroll data and highlight discrepancies.
• Maintain accurate employee payroll records.
• Assist with payroll queries and general payroll administration.
• Support payroll reconciliations and reporting.
• Liaise with HR and Finance teams as needed.
• Handle payroll information confidentially and meet deadlines.

Skills

Attention to detail

Excel

Data handling

Organisation

Deadline management

Confidentiality

Teamwork

Willing to learn

Job description

United Infrastructure is a dynamic and rapidly expanding business, focused on delivering critical infrastructure projects, across the utility and social infrastructure sectors. Our team of highly skilled and hardworking specialists deliver innovative solutions to the complex challenges our clients face. Our company is split into two business areas: Utility Infrastructure – Our team of Utility Infrastructure specialists design, build and maintain critical water, energy (gas), power and telecoms infrastructure, for the UK’s largest network owners and operators. Social Infrastructure - Our team of Social Infrastructure specialists revitalise homes and communities by carrying out a wide range of work, from retrofit to refurbishment, and maintenance.

Equal Opportunities Statement - At United Infrastructure, we are committed to making every interaction a positive and inclusive experience. If there is anything we can do to support you, remove barriers, or make the process more accessible, please let us know — we want this to be the best possible experience for you.

We are looking for a Payroll Administrator to join our team on a 6 month fixed term basis who will provide support with the day-to-day administration of payroll. This is a great opportunity for someone who is organised, detail-oriented, and keen to develop their payroll knowledge. The successful candidate will work closely with the Payroll and Finance teams to ensure payroll information is processed accurately and on time.

Key Responsibilities

• Input and maintain accurate timesheet data.
• Process payroll journals and ensure information is entered correctly.
• Learn the weekly payroll process to provide cross-cover when required.
• Check payroll data and highlight any discrepancies.
• Maintain accurate employee payroll records.
• Assist with payroll queries and general payroll administration.
• Support payroll reconciliations and reporting.
• Liaise with HR and Finance teams when required.
• Handle payroll information confidentially.
• Complete payroll tasks accurately and within agreed deadlines.

About You

• Has strong attention to detail and good organisational skills.
• Is comfortable working with numbers and handling data accurately.
• Has good Excel and general computer skills.
• Can work to deadlines and manage their workload effectively.
• Has a positive and reliable approach to work.
• Is willing to learn and develop their payroll knowledge.
• Can maintain confidentiality when dealing with sensitive employee information.
• Works well as part of a team and is happy to provide support when required.
• Previous payroll or administrative experience would be an advantage, but full training will be provided.

Join us at United Infrastructure and be part of our mission to deliver innovative and sustainable solutions to the complex infrastructure needs of the UK. Here at United Infrastructure, we invest in our people and firmly believe that our workforce is our most valuable asset. A driving force for success and the core to achieving our vision of creating a connected and sustainable future, our team is the heart of our organisation.

Are you looking to be part of an exciting journey within an evolving business? Want to learn something new, every single day? Then you’ve come to the right place. Introduce yourself to our recruiters and we'll get in touch if there's a role that seems like a good match. A fast-paced, diverse, and hugely ambitious business, we welcome challengers, innovators and people who embrace change. Establish yourself in a creative environment that champions freedom of expression, and supports you in your personal and professional development – because together, we achieve more.

Ready to take the next step in your career? United Infrastructure operates a direct sourcing model and does not accept speculative CVs from recruitment agencies. Any CVs submitted without prior agreement will be considered a gift and the candidate will be deemed to have been introduced directly. No fees will be payable in these circumstances.