HR Administrator / Payroll Officer

Taylor Preston Limited; Preston; On-site; GBP 25,000 - GBP 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food processing company in Preston is seeking a detail-oriented HR Administrator / Payroll Officer to support our HR and Payroll functions under a fixed-term contract. You will ensure payroll activities are accurate and timely, maintain employee data, assist in HR compliance, and support communication strategies. The ideal candidate has strong attention to detail, excellent organisational skills, and experience in payroll or HR administration. Join us for a supportive HR team environment in a diverse, fast-paced industry.

Benefits

Supportive HR team environment

Work in a diverse and fast-paced industry

Qualifications

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Experience in payroll or HR administration is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Ensure all weekly payroll activities are completed accurately and on time.
• Provide effective administrative support across HR functions.
• Assist in ensuring visa conditions are monitored and adhered to.
• Support the development and delivery of HR communication strategies.
• Action staff and government agency enquiries.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Customer service skills

Education

Experience in payroll or HR administration

Job description

HR Administrator / Payroll Officer - (Fixed Term)

This is a six month fixed term contract to cover for the incumbents parental leave.

Taylor Preston is seeking a detail-oriented and proactive HR Administrator / Payroll Officer to support our HR and Payroll functions. This is a busy, varied role that plays a key part in ensuring our people are paid correctly, our records remain accurate, and our HR initiatives are well communicated across the business.

About the Role

In this role you will ensure all weekly payroll activities are completed accurately and on time, while providing effective administrative support across HR functions including employment documentation, reporting, compliance, and communication. You will work closely with staff, managers, government agencies, and the wider HR team to deliver efficient, people-focused service.

Key Responsibilities

Payroll & Employment Administration

• Set up new Taylor Preston starters and ensure accurate employee data is maintained.
• Prepare final pays for terminations and seasonal layoffs.
• Prepare staff letters including re-starts, terminations, and layoff notifications.
• Prepare and post departmental costings reports as required.
• Prepare weekly reports such as overtime, absenteeism, and pay error reports.
• Action staff and government agency enquiries, including staff loans, savings withdrawals, WINZ/NZ Housing forms, and deductions for IRD, Child Support, or Courts.
• Manage the recording of sick leave and annual leave entitlements.
• Calculate and monitor leave for administrative staff.
• Complete ACC compensation calculations and payments in accordance with ACC requirements.
• Prepare information for external auditors.
• Administer additional processes such as third party payments and meat purchase deductions.

HR Support & Compliance

• Ensure employment agreements are completed accurately and statutory obligations are met.
• Assist in ensuring visa conditions are monitored and adhered to.
• Assist foremen and other operational leaders as required.
• Support the development and delivery of HR communication strategies, including H&S, recruitment, and training initiatives.
• Assist the broader HR team with various projects and initiatives as required.

About You

We’re looking for someone who brings:

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills.
• The ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Experience in payroll or HR administration (preferred but not essential if you have strong transferable skills).
• A proactive, team-focused approach and willingness to support others.

Why Join Taylor Preston?

• A supportive HR team environment
• Work in a diverse and fast-paced industry