Senior Administrative Officer (Payroll)

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