Payroll Administrator

Company: AJ Power
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Location: Craigavon
Job Description:

A Career with AJ Power Limited

Established in 2003, AJ Power Limited is a manufacturing company based in Craigavon with a subsidiary in South Africa and a branch in Dubai.AJ Power specialises in the design and manufacture of diesel generating sets led by a management team with over 40years experiencein the industry.The group employs over 120 people worldwide and recently won the Kings Award for Enterprise: International Trade 2024.

From its inception AJ Power has maintained a steady growth rate and its products are now in use in over 100 countries around the world. Our international presence is marked by an extensive network of distributors worldwide.

Payroll Administrator (Full Time/Permanent) Reference: PA/0726

An opportunity has arisen for a Payroll Administrator based in Craigavon. Reporting to the Financial Director, the successful candidate will assume responsibility for the accurate processing of weekly and monthly payrolls and will support the wider finance and HR functions. This is a full time, permanent role, based in Craigavon.

You will work with an international, result-driven and energetic team of professionals. We offer a dynamic workplace with a positive atmosphere.

Why apply for this role?

  • Long-term career opportunity within a growing business
  • Join a well-established local employer with a supportive team environment
  • Gain exposure to end-to-end payroll administration with training and mentoring
  • Competitive salary and benefits package, dependent upon experience

Main Duties and Responsibilitieswill include but are not limited to:

  • Manage weekly and monthly payroll processing and approvals (approx. 100 employees)
  • Handle payroll queries promptly and professionally
  • Provide payroll reports to the finance team for month end reporting
  • Maintain time and attendance recording systems and support HR processes
  • Administer auto enrolment pension schemes and liaise with pension providers
  • Keep up to date with payroll legislation and compliance

Essential Criteria:

  • Minimum 2 years of payroll administration experience within a medium to large business
  • Strong understanding of payroll legislation, employer obligations and pensions
  • Proficient using payroll software and Microsoft Excel
  • Highly motivated individual with the ability to meet tight deadlines
  • Strong organisational, planning and communication skills
  • Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
  • Maintain strict confidentiality in relation to payroll, pension and personnel information

Desirable Criteria:

  • CIPP, IPASS, AAT Payroll or equivalent payroll qualification

To apply for the above position please submit your CV and completed monitoring form

Closing Date: Friday 7th August 2026

AJ Power Limited is an Equal Opportunities Employer

Skills:Payroll Administration Attention to detail Confidentiality Employment Contracts Pensions HMRC HR

Benefits:Car Parking Pension Annual Bonus / 13th Cheque Paid Holidays

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Posted: July 8th, 2026