Trainee Payroll Administrator

Bilfinger; Potterton; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Trainee Payroll Administrator to support their payroll operations. This role is perfect for individuals eager to learn and develop their skills in payroll processing. The successful candidate will handle various payroll tasks, ensuring accuracy and compliance across multiple contracts. With training provided, this opportunity is ideal for those looking to start their career in finance and controlling within a dynamic and supportive environment. Join a team that values safety, quality, and continuous improvement in a thriving engineering and maintenance firm.

Qualifications

• Understanding of payroll processing and related tasks.
• Basic math and English qualifications are essential.

Responsibilities

• Process end-to-end payroll across multiple contracts.
• Manage starters and leavers, including termination payments.
• Address payroll queries promptly and professionally.

Skills

Payroll Processing

Microsoft Office

Communication Skills

Time Management

Education

National 5 Maths - Grade C or above

National 5 English - Grade C or above

Tools

Excel

Job description

Aberdeen, ABE, GB, AB23 8EU

Job ID: 64873

Trainee Payroll Administrator

Location: Aberdeen

Bilfinger UK is a leading engineering and maintenance provider supporting customers across various sectors including chemical & petrochemical, nuclear, oil & gas, pharmaceuticals & biopharma, power & energy, utilities, renewables, and food & beverage. We focus on asset management services throughout all lifecycle phases, from consulting to decommissioning.

Our experienced workforce of over 4,500 employees operates from 14 strategic offices, maintaining high standards of safety, compliance, and quality.

This role involves the production of weekly payrolls across multiple sites with various contractual agreements.

Main Responsibilities

• Process end-to-end payroll across multiple contracts within the set deadlines
• Handle pay processing according to different pay agreements
• Manage starters and leavers, including termination payments
• Calculate redundancy payments and statutory payments such as SMP, SPP, SSP, and occupational sick pay
• Coordinate with other departments to ensure clear communication and timely completion of tasks
• Address payroll queries promptly and professionally
• Complete relevant correspondence timely
• Generate reports for various departments
• Maintain accurate records and filing systems
• Follow payroll policies, processes, and procedures
• Engage with third-party providers such as pension schemes, HMRC, and courts
• Complete a Payroll Qualification (training provided)

Experience and Qualifications

• National 5 Maths - Grade C or above
• National 5 English - Grade C or above
• Previous payroll experience is desirable but not essential
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially intermediate Excel skills

If you wish to speak to a member of the recruitment team, please contact 01224 246246.

General Management | Bilfinger UK Limited | Permanent | White-collar workers | Skilled | Finance & Controlling

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