Job Title: Payroll Officer Salary: £27,000 £32,000 per annum (depending on experience) Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM 5:00 PM (30-minute lunch break) Contract Type: Permanent Location: RochdaleTHIS ROLE IS AN IMMEDIATE START. We are currently recruiting on behalf of our well-established client in the Rochdale area for an experienced Payroll Officer to join their team on a permanent basis.This is an excellent opportunity to become part of a reputable and long-standing organisation that has been successfully operating for over 50 years. The business offers a competitive salary, regular weekday hours, and a supportive working environment.Please Note: This is predominantly a paper-based role, so applicants must be confident working with manual systems and documentation.Payroll Officer Key Responsibilities: Manage and process the company s weekly and monthly payroll across multiple UK locations.Accurately compile, input, and process payroll data to ensure timely payments.Oversee end-to-end payroll processes, including year-end activities.Act as the primary point of contact for resolving payroll-related queries and escalations.Maintain and follow payroll policies, procedures, and compliance requirements.Stay up to date with payroll legislation and advise on required changes.Support payroll-related administrative tasks and ad hoc projects. Payroll Officer Candidate Requirements: Minimum of 3 years payroll experience.Proficient in SAGE payroll systems.Strong technical knowledge of