Senior Administrative Officer (Payroll) - Manufacturing / Precast Concrete Industry
Location: Ballymena
Salary: £28k plus
Hours: Monday - Friday, 9:00am - 5:00pm
Contract: Full-Time, FTC
About the Role
We are currently recruiting for an experienced Senior Administrative Officer with a strong payroll background to join our busy and growing team within the precast concrete and manufacturing sector.
This is a key administrative position supporting the day-to-day operations of the business, ensuring payroll processes, administration functions, and reporting duties are completed accurately and efficiently. The successful candidate will play an important role in supporting operational teams within a fast-paced industrial environment.
The ideal candidate will have previous payroll and senior administration experience, excellent organisational skills, and the ability to work professionally with confidential information.
Key Responsibilities
Process weekly and monthly payroll accurately and within strict deadlines
Maintain payroll records, timesheets, overtime records, and employee information
Resolve payroll queries and liaise with employees and management professionally
Support HR and management teams with administrative duties and reporting
Prepare reports, spreadsheets, and documentation using Microsoft Office systems
Maintain accurate filing systems and company records in line with GDPR requirements
Coordinate general office administration and support operational departments where required
Assist with onboarding paperwork, employee records, and absence tracking
Ensure confidentiality and accuracy in all payroll and administrative processes
Support continuous improvement initiatives and office proceduresWhat We're Looking For
Essential
Previous experience in payroll administration
Experience working in a senior administrative or office support role
Strong knowledge of payroll systems, timesheets, and payroll procedures
Excellent attention to detail and high levels of accuracy
Strong organisational and time management skills
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and office systems
Ability to handle confidential information professionally
Ability to work effectively within a fast-paced manufacturing or industrial environmentDesirable
Experience within manufacturing, construction, engineering, or precast concrete industries
Knowledge of HR administration processes
Experience using Sage Payroll or similar payroll software
Understanding of Health & Safety procedures within industrial environments
Payroll qualification or relevant administrative certification