Payroll Administrator

This Payroll position in the professional services industry requires a detail-oriented individual to manage payroll processes with accuracy and efficiency. The role involves ensuring compliance with regulations and maintaining accurate records while supporting the accounting and finance department.

Client Details

This opportunity is with a professional services provider that specialises in accounting and finance. As a small-sized organisation, they are committed to delivering tailored services to their clients, ensuring accuracy and compliance at every step.

Description

• Process weekly, fortnightly, and monthly payrolls for a portfolio of clients/employees
• Manage payroll inputs including starters, leavers, salary changes, bonuses, overtime, and statutory payments
• Ensure compliance with HMRC regulations, including RTI submissions (FPS/EPS)
• Calculate and process statutory payments (SSP, SMP, SPP, etc.)
• Administer pension auto-enrolment, including submissions and employee communications
• Handle payroll queries from clients and employees in a timely and professional manner
• Reconcile payroll reports and ensure accuracy before submission
• Maintain accurate payroll records and ensure data confidentiality at all times
• Work to tight deadlines in a high-volume environment

Profile

A successful candidate should have:

• Minimum 3 years' payroll experience, ideally within an accountancy practice or bureau
• Proven experience managing high-volume payroll
• Strong working knowledge of BrightPay (or similar payroll software)

• Solid understanding of UK payroll legislation and HMRC requirements
• Experience with pension auto-enrolment schemes
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong organisational skills and ability to prioritise workload
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Experience working within a payroll bureau or practice environment
• Knowledge of additional systems (e.g., Sage Payroll, Xero Payroll)
• CIPP qualification or working towards

Job Offer

• Competitive salary ranging from £35,000 to £38,000 per annum.
• Hybrid working arrangement for a better work-life balance.
• Permanent role with opportunities for career growth in the professional services industry.
• Supportive and collaborative work environment in the accounting and finance department.

If you are passionate about payroll and looking for your next challenge, we encourage you to apply and take the next step in your career.