Senior Payroll Administrator
Location: Rotherham - Office Based; Hours: 40 hours per week; Reports to: Payroll Manager UK & Ireland
At ALS, we encourage you to dream big. When you join us, you’ll be part of a global team harnessing the power of scientific testing and data-driven insights to build a healthier future.
Key Responsibilities
- Supporting the accurate and timely processing of UK and EMEA payrolls, ensuring all payroll activities are completed in line with agreed deadlines.
- Managing end-to-end payroll administration, including data input, validation, checking, reconciliation and issue resolution.
- Acting as a senior point of reference for Payroll Administrators, providing day-to-day guidance, support and informal coaching.
- Supporting the Payroll Manager UK & Ireland with complex payroll matters and deputising when required.
- Conducting pre-payroll and post-payroll checks, including monthly reconciliations of gross pay, deductions and net pay.
- Ensuring payroll data is processed in line with HMRC requirements, employment legislation, company policy and internal controls.
- Preparing and submitting statutory payroll returns, including RTI, P60s, payrolled benefits and P11D(b), accurately and on time.
- Investigating payroll queries and discrepancies, identifying root causes and implementing appropriate solutions.
- Liaising professionally with internal stakeholders including HR, Finance, Accounts and line managers, as well as external providers such as HMRC, pension providers and auditors.
- Maintaining accurate employee payroll records and ensuring all payroll information is handled confidentially and in accordance with GDPR and data protection requirements.
Essential Criteria
- Significant payroll administration experience, ideally within a complex or multi-site organisation.
- Strong working knowledge of UK payroll legislation, statutory payments, tax, pensions, deductions and payroll compliance.
- Experience or working knowledge of EMEA payrolls, particularly Ireland, would be highly advantageous.
- Proven ability to manage end-to-end payroll processes accurately and independently.
- Excellent attention to detail, with strong checking, reconciliation and data validation skills.
- Experience using payroll systems, ideally SAGE, along with strong Excel skills.
- A sound understanding of payroll controls, audit requirements, confidentiality and GDPR/data protection principles.
- Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to investigate payroll discrepancies and resolve issues effectively.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the confidence to explain payroll matters clearly to employees, managers and external contacts.
- The ability to prioritise workload, manage competing deadlines and support the wider payroll team in a senior capacity.
Employee Benefits Include:
- Starting with 25 days of annual leave, increasing to 30 days, plus 8 public holidays (pro rata for part-time).
- Option to purchase additional annual leave.
- Enhanced Company Sick Pay Scheme.
- ‘Value Awards’ Recognition Awards.
- Perkbox Membership offering access to discounts and a wellness hub.
- Learning and study support to help you grow.
- Group Personal Pension Plan.
- On-site car parking.
About You
You will be highly organised, accurate and professional, with a strong customer-focused approach.
You will be confident handling sensitive payroll matters, supporting colleagues and working collaboratively with HR, Finance and operational teams.
You will also be proactive in identifying opportunities to improve payroll processes, controls and service delivery.
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.
Company Summary
ALS is a global leader in testing, providing comprehensive testing solutions to clients in a wide range of industries around the world. Using advanced technologies and innovative methods, we help our clients leverage data-driven insights for a safer and healthier world. Our people are the heart of our business, driving testing solutions and innovations to solve complex challenges and create lasting value for our clients. But most importantly, our people care – for each other and for the work we do. With over 20,000 team members across 70 countries, you’ll be part of a global network.
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Senior Payroll Administrator in Rotherham employer: ALS Laboratories (UK) Ltd
ALS is an exceptional employer that prioritises employee well-being and professional growth, offering a supportive work culture where collaboration and innovation thrive. With generous benefits such as 25 days of annual leave, a salary progression scheme, and a commitment to inclusivity, employees are empowered to develop their skills while contributing to meaningful scientific advancements in a dynamic environment. Located in a vibrant area, ALS provides a unique opportunity for Analysts to engage in impactful work that promotes a healthier future.
