Payroll Administrator
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Location: Belfast, Northern Ireland
Contract: Full-time, 3-Month Fixed-Term Contract
Working pattern: Hybrid - 2-3 days per week onsite
About the role
We currently have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Payroll Administrator to join a busy Finance team based in Belfast. Working as part of the wider Payroll function and reporting to the Payroll Manager, you will play a key role in ensuring payroll and pension processes are completed accurately, on time, and in line with agreed controls and timelines.
This is an ideal opportunity for a detail-oriented payroll professional who enjoys working in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment and is available to start at short notice.
What you'll be doing
As a Payroll Administrator, your responsibilities will include:
Processing pay-related changes and supporting the end-to-end payroll cycle for weekly and monthly paid employees.
Processing pension information and deductions in line with agreed timelines.
Cross-checking processed payroll against original inputs to ensure accuracy.
Liaising with external payroll providers to advise on required payroll changes.
Inputting agreed pay rate changes and securing sign-off on relevant documentation.
Preparing and uploading employee payroll information via online platforms.
Confirming payroll deductions as advised.
Maintaining accurate records for starters, leavers, and employee changes within Core HR.
Reviewing employee data regularly to ensure accuracy and completeness.
Producing payroll and management reports using Oracle BI.
Supporting the wider payroll team by covering workloads during periods of absence.
Completing general payroll and administrative duties as required.
What we're looking for
We're keen to hear from reliable, detail-focused candidates with payroll or HR administration experience.
Essential:
GCSEs (or equivalent) at Grade C or above, including English and Maths.
Experience in a Payroll or HR Administration role.
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
High levels of confidentiality and attention to detail.
A customer-focused, proactive approach to work.
Desirable:
Experience using Core HR systems.
Exposure to payroll reporting tools such as Oracle BI.
What you'll gain
A full-time, fixed-term contract within a structured payroll function.
Valuable experience supporting payroll operations in a regulated environment. xxuwjjq
A collaborative and supportive team culture.