Payroll and Purchase Ledger Administrator

Holcim; Stoke-on-Trent; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in sustainable building solutions is seeking a Payroll and Purchase Ledger Administrator in Stoke-on-Trent. This role involves managing payroll and purchase ledger functions, ensuring timely payments, and supporting a dynamic team. Ideal candidates will have a strong attention to detail and experience in finance. Join a supportive environment that values diversity and offers career progression opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Bonus

22 Days Holiday

Free 24/7 Remote GP Service

Career Progression Opportunities

Staff Discounts

Qualifications

• Knowledge of payroll legislation (PAYE, NI, Statutory payments).
• Previous experience in payroll or finance team preferred.

Responsibilities

• Process payroll data to ensure accurate and timely payments.
• Manage day-to-day payroll administration and compliance.
• Process supplier invoices and credit notes accurately.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Communication

Organisational Skills

Tools

MS Office

Excel

Job description

About Holcim

We are leaders in supplying innovative, sustainable building solutions to the UK construction industry; building progress for people and the planet.

Since 1858, we’ve helped shape the UK; powering the construction of homes and hospitals, roads and railways, schools and cities alike.

Our mission is to make sustainable construction a reality, through purposeful action that tackles real carbon and climate challenges. We are dedicated to helping Britain grow and thrive - by doing the right thing, doing it together, and making a difference.

Company Benefits

Competitive Salary, plus bonus, 22 days holiday + your local bank holidays (with options to increase) and other benefits - all recognising the contribution you bring

Be valued and supported, working as part of a highly respected team in a business that has a huge focus on Health & Safety

Be part of something bigger with our "Women Empowered - Stronger Together Mentor Program," designed to support, inspire, and uplift women across the business.

Free 24/7 remote GP service for you and your household, offering medical advice, prescriptions, referrals, and same-day appointments.

Opportunities for career progression both at home and abroad

Join our affinity groups selected by and populated by our employees which bring together employees with similar backgrounds and interests to have powerful influence on the workplace

Staff discounts including special rates for garden landscaping products

The Opportunity

We are excited to announce a new vacancy for a Payroll and Purchase Ledger Administrator to join our expanding, experienced and friendly team at our Stoke-on-Trent office working under our Land Recovery business.

As part of a dynamic and supportive team, you’ll have the opportunity to contribute to both payroll and purchase ledger functions. Reporting to the Finance Manager, you will be the first point of contact for pay-related queries, ensuring our employees are paid accurately and on time. Additionally, you will support our purchase ledger processes, ensuring the timely and accurate processing of supplier invoices and payments.

Your working week will be varied:

Payroll Administration:

Be the first point of contact for employee pay-related queries.

Process payroll data to ensure employees are paid accurately and on time.

Work as part of a wider, experienced group payroll team, developing your skills and contributing to a ‘right first time’ customer-focused service.

Manage the day-to-day payroll administration, ensuring compliance with payroll legislation such as PAYE, NI, Attachments of Earnings, and Statutory payments.

Assist with payroll reporting and audits.

Purchase Ledger Administration:

Process supplier invoices and credit notes accurately and on time.

Match invoices to purchase orders and delivery notes to ensure accuracy.

Reconcile supplier statements and resolve any discrepancies.

Prepare and process supplier payment runs in line with payment terms.

Handle expense processing and manage company credit card reconciliations.

Assist with month-end closing, accruals, and reporting.

Support and mentor junior AP staff, as the team grows.

Collaborate with internal departments and suppliers to resolve invoice queries and maintain strong relationships.

Who You Are:

Knowledge of payroll legislation (PAYE, NI, Attachments of Earnings, Statutory payments).

Previous experience working in a busy payroll or finance team is preferred. A background in both payroll and purchase ledger is ideal but not essential.

Strong attention to detail and methodical approach to work.

Ability to manage conflicting priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Experience working with MS Office, especially Excel.

Good communicator with a personable approach, and enjoys working in a team well within a team.

Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise tasks effectively.

This is an excellent opportunity to develop your career in both payroll and purchase ledger administration, contributing to a professional and customer-focused team. If you’re looking for a role that combines payroll and accounts payable responsibilities with the chance to grow your skills, we would love to hear from you.

We are committed to building a diverse environment and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. You will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability or age.