Payroll Administrator in Rotherham

Contract Type: Full Time – Permanent | Working Pattern: Monday to Friday | Hours: 40 hours per week | Location: Loughrea

About the Role

We are looking for a proactive and detail-focused Payroll Administrator to join our team on a maternity cover basis. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with payroll experience who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment where accuracy, collaboration, and employee experience are at the heart of what they do. As part of the payroll team, you will play a key role in ensuring employees are paid accurately and on time while delivering a professional and supportive service across the business. We are looking for someone who takes ownership, enjoys problem solving, and is confident building positive relationships with colleagues and stakeholders.

Day-to-Day Responsibilities

• Process payroll from start to finish accurately and efficiently within agreed deadlines
• Maintain and update payroll records with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Use Sage 50 Payroll and Excel to manage payroll processing, reporting, reconciliations, and data analysis
• Respond professionally and proactively to payroll queries from employees, managers, stakeholders, and auditors
• Support employee engagement by delivering a responsive and customer-focused payroll service
• Work collaboratively with HR and Finance teams to ensure payroll data integrity
• Follow payroll procedures and controls to maintain compliance and operational efficiency
• Assist with payroll administration and reporting activities
• Identify opportunities to improve payroll processes and contribute ideas to enhance efficiency and employee experience
• Support continuous improvement initiatives within the payroll function

Essentials

• Previous payroll administration or payroll processing experience
• Strong working knowledge of Sage 50 Payroll is essential
• Advanced Excel skills with confidence handling payroll data and reporting
• Excellent attention to detail and strong organisational skills
• A proactive and solutions-focused approach to work
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build positive working relationships
• Ability to manage confidential information with professionalism and discretion
• A collaborative team player who is motivated to deliver excellent service to employees and stakeholders
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities

Employee Benefits

• Competitive salary progression
• Group Discount and contribution to VHI Health Insurance, after 1 year of service
• Opportunity to join our corporate Pension Scheme with regular contributions from the company, after 1 year of service
• Free onsite parking
• Access to the Company Employee Assistance Program

Working at ALS

The ALS team is a diverse and dedicated community united by our passion to make a difference in the world. Our values are important to us, and shape how we work, how we treat each other and how we recognise excellence. At ALS, you’ll be supported to develop new skills and reach your full potential. We invest in our people with programs and opportunities that help you build a diverse career with us. We want everyone to have a safe, flexible and rewarding career that makes a positive impact on our people, the planet and our communities. Everyone Matters ALS is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fostering an inclusive work environment where the strengths and perspectives of each employee are both recognised and valued. ALS also welcomes applications from people with all levels of ability. Reasonable adjustments to support candidates throughout the recruitment process are available upon request.

Eligibility

To be eligible to work at ALS you must be a Citizen or Permanent Resident of the country you are applying for, or either hold or be able to obtain, a valid working visa.

#J-18808-Ljbffr