Job Description

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Payroll Administrator to take ownership of payroll services for our diverse portfolio of clients. This is a standalone role with full responsibility for the delivery, accuracy, and compliance of payroll operations across multiple pay cycles (weekly, fortnightly, and monthly). You'll also be the go-to expert within the firm, supporting and upskilling colleagues in payroll matters.

This is a key position within our growing accountancy practice and presents an exciting opportunity to help shape payroll operations as the business evolves.

Key Responsibilities

- Process end-to-end payrolls for a variety of clients across sectors and sizes, including:
- Weekly, fortnightly, and monthly schedules
- Director-only payrolls
- Construction Industry Scheme (CIS) submissions
- Auto-enrolment and pension uploads (Nest and other providers)
- Ensure accurate and timely production of payslips, RTI submissions, FPS/EPS filings, and HMRC reporting
- Set up new payroll schemes and onboard new client payrolls
- Maintain and update payroll records, handling starters, leavers, and changes in circumstances
- Manage statutory payments (SSP, SMP, SPP, etc.) and associated documentation
- Deal with payroll queries from clients, employees, HMRC, and pension providers
- Prepare and submit year-end processes, including P60s and P11Ds
- Continuously improve payroll procedures and compliance standards
- Support, train, and guide team members on payroll processes and updates
- Collaborate with other departments where payroll intersects with bookkeeping or reporting

Essential Skills & Experience

- Proven experience working within a payroll function (ideally within accountancy or bureau setting)
- Strong understanding of UK payroll legislation, RTI, auto-enrolment, and CIS
- Proficiency with Sage Payroll (desktop version preferred)
- Comfortable working independently and managing multiple client deadlines
- Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with a client-first approach
- Willingness to learn and adapt to different payroll software as required

Desirable Skills

- Experience with other payroll systems such as BrightPay, Xero Payroll, or IRIS
- Basic understanding of bookkeeping or accounts processing
- Ability to support internal process improvements

What We Offer

- Supportive and collaborative working environment
- Flexible working arrangements post-probation (hybrid model)
- Private pension scheme via Nest
- Regular CPD training and professional development support
- Exposure to a broad client base with varied, interesting work
- Opportunity to contribute to firm-wide improvement and innovation

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 28,000.00-32,000.00 per year

Additional pay:

Bonus scheme Commission pay
Benefits:

Additional leave Casual dress Company pension Flexitime Referral programme Work from home
Schedule:

Holidays Monday to Friday Overtime
Experience:

Payroll: 2 years (required)
Language:

English (required)
Work Location: In person

Reference ID: Payroll Administrator - September 2025
Expected start date: 01/09/2025