Senior Payroll Administrator

We re a recruitment agency working on behalf of a growing, multi-site accountancy practice with offices across the UK. Due to continued growth, they re looking to add an experienced Senior Payroll Administrator to their Dudley-based team.

The role

You ll take full responsibility for the end-to-end delivery of multiple client payrolls, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and excellent client service at all times.

Key responsibilities include:

• Managing and processing client payrolls across weekly, fortnightly, four-weekly and monthly frequencies

• Overseeing payroll accuracy, compliance, and timely submissions

• Submitting RTI filings and managing year-end processes, including P60s and statutory reporting

• Handling complex manual payroll calculations, including adjustments, leavers, and back pay

• Applying in-depth knowledge of PAYE, NIC and statutory payments (SMP, SAP, SPP, SSP)

• Managing workplace pensions, including Auto Enrolment, compliance monitoring and pension uploads

• Acting as the first point of escalation for complex payroll queries and technical issues

• Liaising directly with HMRC on behalf of clients and resolving technical queries

• Keeping up to date with payroll legislation and advising clients and colleagues accordingly

• Supporting and mentoring junior payroll team members when required

• Building strong working relationships with clients, pension providers and internal stakeholders

What we re looking for:

• 4 5+ years payroll experience, ideally within a payroll bureau or accountancy practice

• Proven experience managing multiple payrolls end to end

• Strong, up-to-date knowledge of UK payroll legislation and compliance

• Experience using Sage 50 Payroll (or similar systems)

• CIS knowledge is desirable

• Experience supporting or mentoring junior staff is advantageous

• Strong IT skills and confidence with payroll software and Microsoft Office

• Excellent attention to detail, organisation and time management

• Clear communication skills, able to explain technical matters confidently

Why apply?

• Join a well-established and growing accountancy practice

• Work within a supportive payroll team with real autonomy

• Exposure to a varied and interesting client portfolio

• Long-term progression opportunities as the firm continues to grow

If you re an experienced payroll professional looking for your next step within a stable but expanding practice, we d love to hear from you.