SARIA UK
Payroll Administrator
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Location: Doncaster
Job Type: Part-time. Permanent position. 3 to 4 days per week (24 - 32 hours)
Salary: The salary will be dependent on the number of hours worked (FTE 40hrs £28,000 - £30,000).
Business: SARIA’s UK operations have a market-leading presence in a wide range of sectors associated with the food chain. The Group’s companies manufacture quality products for use in human and animal foodstuffs, agriculture, aquaculture, and industrial applications. The company also produces biofuels and renewable energy and provides services for farming and the food industry. The company has a UK annual turnover approaching £320 million and employs around 6500 people at 15 sites across the country.
About The Role
SARIA Ltd is looking for a detail-focused Payroll Administrator to join our HR and Payroll team in Doncaster. In this role, you will support the Time & Attendance and Payroll processes, ensuring employees are paid accurately and on time while maintaining compliance with payroll legislation and company policies.
This is a great opportunity for someone with payroll experience, strong Excel skills, and a passion for accuracy and efficiency.
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Key Responsibilities
- Maintain and update employee records in the payroll system in line with GDPR requirements.
- Process weekly hours and payroll data accurately within strict deadlines.
- Input and validate payroll elements such as overtime, deductions, absence, and adjustments.
- Assist with end-to-end payroll processing and provide support to other Payroll Administrators when required.
- Support statutory reporting and submissions to HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) including FPS and EPS.
- Assist with pension administration and ensure correct contributions are processed.
- Act as a first point of contact for payroll queries, resolving issues quickly.
- Produce payroll reports and management information for internal use.
- Support payroll and HR projects aimed at improving efficiency and compliance.
- Provide additional HR administrative support when required.
What We're Looking For
- Minimum 2 years’ experience in payroll processing
- Good understanding of payroll legislation and HMRC requirements
- Experience using payroll and time & attendance systems
- Strong numerical accuracy and attention to detail
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel (advanced skills such as VLOOKUP and Pivot Tables desirable)
- Excellent organisation, communication, and teamwork skills
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
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Qualifications
- GCSE (or equivalent) in English and Maths (Grade C/4 or above)
- Professional payroll qualification such as Chartered Institute of Payroll Professionals (CIPP) or willingness to work towards one.
What You'll Bring
- Professional and discreet approach when handling confidential payroll data
- Strong problem-solving skills and a service-focused attitude
- Ability to work collaboratively with Payroll, HR, and Finance teams
Working Environment
- Office-based role within the Payroll and HR team
- Part-time
- Flexibility with regard to working hours may be required during weekly payroll cycles and year-end processing
Apply now to join the team at SARIA Ltd and contribute to delivering accurate and reliable payroll services. Please forward your details to Recruitment@Saria.co.uk
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