Payroll Administrator in Ormskirk

Payroll Administrator - Hybrid
Location: Lathom, near Ormskirk
Salary: GBP28,000-GBP30,000 per annum
Contract: Permanent
Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday-Friday

An established UK HR Shared Service Centre is seeking an experienced Payroll Administrator to take responsibility for the end-to-end monthly payroll for approximately 500 corporate employees.

Joining a team of three, you'll manage your own employee portfolio while having support from colleagues. The role offers hybrid working, flexible start times and full SAP training.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver accurate end-to-end monthly payroll for your allocated employees.
• Process starters, leavers, transfers, pay changes, allowances and maternity leave using SAP.
• Complete payroll checks, reconciliation and payroll close.
• Prepare and verify BACS extracts and complete RTI reporting.
• Answer employee pay queries and liaise with HMRC when required.
• Supply payroll reports and information to Finance, Pensions and other internal teams.
• Keep employee records accurate and contribute to process improvements.

Skills & Experience:

You'll currently run payroll within an in‑house payroll function and have proven experience of the full payroll cycle. You'll be organised, accurate and confident taking responsibility for your workload and monthly deadlines.

Strong communication skills, a service‑focused approach and a willingness to support colleagues are essential. Previous SAP experience is useful, but full training is available.

Salary & Benefits:

• GBP28,000-GBP30,000 annual salary.
• Three office days and two home‑working days per week, adjusted around payroll deadlines.
• Flexible start times from 7.30am to 9am.
• 25 days' holiday plus public holidays, increasing with service.
• Business‑target‑linked bonus scheme with a maximum potential of 10%.
• Employer pension contributions of up to 8%.
• Free parking, EV charging and canteen facilities.
• Free on‑site gym access.