Payroll Administrator

Role overview

An established Aberdeen-based organisation is looking for a Payroll Administrator through FT Recruitment Group. This is a hands-on role within a busy payroll function, where you will help make sure employees are paid correctly and on schedule while keeping payroll administration accurate and efficient.

You will be supporting the weekly payroll cycle from start to finish, keeping employee data up to date, and working alongside managers and other internal teams. The position will suit someone highly organised, careful with detail, and comfortable taking a proactive approach to day-to-day payroll work.

Key responsibilities

• Run weekly payroll processing accurately and within required deadlines.
• Handle employee lifecycle updates such as new joiners, leavers, and changes to personal records.
• Review both manual and digital timesheets for accuracy.
• Administer statutory pay, year-end submissions, and P45 documentation.
• Keep payroll files maintained and support data protection and GDPR requirements.
• Deal with employee questions relating to payroll matters.
• Process pension activity, PAYE items, and payroll reconciliations.
• Produce payroll reports and help identify and correct payroll errors.
• Contribute ideas and support ongoing improvements to payroll procedures.

Candidate profile

The employer is seeking someone with prior payroll administration experience, good numerical ability, and a strong eye for detail. You should feel confident working with payroll software and Microsoft Office, handle sensitive information discreetly, and perform well to tight deadlines.

Additional information

This opportunity is based in the Greater Aberdeen Area and is a full-time, on-site position. No salary, number of vacancies, start date, or application deadline were provided in the source.