Payroller

We are looking for an enthusiastic and detail-oriented Payroll Administrator to join our growing team. This role can be part-time or full-time, between 16 and 40 hours.
Job OverviewThis role involves managing payroll services for a portfolio of clients across a variety of industries. You will work closely with clients, HMRC, pension providers, and internal departments to ensure payrolls are processed accurately, compliantly, and on time.You will play a key role in supporting clients with payroll queries, pension compliance, CIS requirements, and payroll systems while developing your technical knowledge and client relationship skills in a friendly and professional environment.
Key Responsibilities

• Processing weekly, fortnightly, four-weekly, and monthly payrolls for a range of clients
• Ensuring payrolls are completed accurately and within strict deadlines
• Managing PAYE, National Insurance, statutory payments, student loans, and pension deductions
• Submission of RTI reports to HMRC including FPS and EPS submissions
• Administration of workplace pensions, including auto-enrolment duties and pension uploads
• Processing starters, leavers, P45s, P60s, and statutory payments including SSP, SMP, SPP, and SAP
• Processing CIS returns, subcontractor verification, and CIS deductions where required
• Assisting clients with CIS compliance and maintaining accurate CIS records
• Liaising with HMRC, pension providers, subcontractors, and clients to resolve payroll and CIS-related queries
• Maintaining accurate payroll records and ensuring compliance with current UK payroll and CIS legislation
• Assisting clients with payroll software and identifying opportunities to improve payroll systems and efficiencies
• Working closely with bookkeeping and accounts departments to support client needs
• Providing exceptional client service through responsive communication and professional support
• Staying up to date with changes in payroll legislation, employment law, pension regulations, and CIS requirements

Skills & Experience

• Previous payroll experience within an accountancy practice or payroll bureau preferred
• Strong understanding of UK payroll legislation, CIS, and HMRC requirements
• Experience using payroll software such as Sage Payroll
• Knowledge of auto-enrolment pensions and workplace pension legislation
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills
• Strong computer literacy and confidence using cloud-based systems
• Ability to manage multiple payrolls and deadlines effectively
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• A proactive attitude with a willingness to learn and develop professionally
• CIPP qualification or payroll-related qualifications would be advantageous

The role may involve occasional travel between our offices and client premises, therefore own transport would be beneficial, although not essential.Immediate start available.


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