Payroll Administrator

  • Time Recruitment
  • Alderley Edge, Cheshire
  • Apr 22, 2026
Full time Accounting

Job Description

Payroll Administrator - £30,000 per annum

Location: Alderley Edge (Office-based)

A great opportunity to join a friendly, supportive team and build solid payroll experience in a role that mixes people support, admin accuracy, and day-to-day operational responsibility. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys variety, takes pride in getting the details right, and wants to grow their skills within a small but busy environment.

About the Role

You'll play a key part in supporting the Payroll Officer, helping to keep payroll, employee records running smoothly. The role is hands-on, varied, and perfect for someone who enjoys being organised and working collaboratively.

Key Responsibilities

- Assisting with weekly and monthly payroll processing

- Managing holiday records through the I-Trent system

- Monitoring sickness absence and tracking long-term cases

- Updating employee records, contract variations, and general I-Trent housekeeping

- Keeping Standard Operating Procedures accurate and up to date

- Processing weekly expenses

- Acting as the department's contact for the service desk and raising support cases

- Distributing payslips at Head Office

What We're Looking For

- Strong written and verbal communication

- Excellent attention to detail

- A collaborative, team-focused approach

Desirable (Not Essential)

- Experience using I-Trent or similar HR/payroll systems

Why This Role Could Be a Great Fit

- A supportive team where you can learn and develop

- A varied role with exposure to payroll & HR admin

- A stable, full-time office-based position in Alderley Edge