Payroll Administrator
Ineligible
Sponsorship likelihood
The pay is below every rate
Pro only
Salary
Pro sees the advertised pay
£41,700
Going rate
Skilled Worker going rate
This role may not meet Skilled Worker requirements
SOC 4122 is an eligible occupation, and SARIA UK is a licensed sponsor, but this role does not currently meet Skilled Worker sponsorship requirements.
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What each route needs for this job
| Occupation code | New entrant 70% of going rate | STEM PhD 80% of going rate | Relevant PhD 90% of going rate | Standard rate 100% of going rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
4122 Book-keepers, payroll managers and wages clerks Most likely code | £33,400 Misses | £41,700 Misses | £41,700 Misses | £41,700 Misses |
We use the lowest threshold across the plausible codes. Likelihood is Possible at most when the pay clears only a lower rate, or only under a less likely code. A mark is for the top of the advertised pay. How the Home Office picks the code
About the role
Job Type: Part-time. Permanent position. 3 to 4 days per week (24 - 32 hours)
Salary: The salary will be dependent on 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.
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.
✔ 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
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.
- 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
- 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
This description is the source posting as it read when we added it. We are not affiliated with SARIA UK, so check their own site for the current details.
Where this offer sits in the market
Book-keepers, payroll managers and wages clerks (SOC 4122) · UK · ONS ASHE 2025 · basic pay · ~213k in sample- Middle half £27,560–39,884
- Median £31,876
- Going rate £41,700
- Threshold £41,700
- New entrant £33,400–37,530
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Does this job guarantee visa sponsorship?
Not necessarily. SARIA UK holds a sponsor licence, but sponsorship for a specific hire is always the employer's decision. Be upfront in your application that you'll require it.
What salary is needed for this role to be eligible?
The offer must clear both the general threshold and the SOC 4122 going rate of £41,700. New-entrant and shortage discounts can lower it.