Senior Payroll Officer

Re-Gen group is a £100m business, which began its journey in 2004 as an integrated recycling and waste management company. The Group now comprises a Robotic Tank cleaning company (Re-Gen Robotics), an offsite prefabricated bathroom pod manufacturing company (Connex Offsite Ltd) and a Tiltrotator Manufacturer (Versaffix). These companies are part of a dynamic family-owned business with a track record of success, achieved by our ethos of competitiveness through continual improvement.

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Payroll Administrator to join our team. The ideal candidate will have at least three years previous experience, working in an Industry environment, who is highly organised and has excellent attention to detail.

• Maintain and update employee records including starters, leavers, and contractual changes
• Reconcile payroll data with HR and finance systems, flagging discrepancies and ensuring audit trails
• Administer statutory payments (SSP, SMP, SPP) and deductions (PAYE, NI, pensions, student loans)
• Liaise with HMRC and pension providers to ensure compliance and timely submission.
• Generate payroll reports for finance, HR, and senior management
• Support internal and external audits with relevant documentation and reconciliations
• Respond to employee queries regarding payslips, tax codes, and deductions with professionalism and clarity
• Assist in the implementation and optimisation of payroll systems and process improvements

• Minimum of three years’ experience in a senior payroll role within a medium to large organisation.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Highly proficient in payroll software and Microsoft excel
• Willingness to learn and adapt to changing business needs.

Duration:
Full Time Permanent position that may require working overtime during peak periods.

Location:

Newry (Office Based)

Hours of work:
Full Time

• Canteen
• Free parking
• Life insurance
• On-site gym
• On-site parking
• Referral programme

Re-Gen is an equal opportunities employer who employs a workforce with members from all sections of the community and is committed to appointing candidates purely based on merit.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

• Bachelor’s (preferred)

• accounting: 2 years (required)