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About the Role

We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Senior Payroll administrator to join our established payroll bureau within a fast-paced, client-facing accountancy practice. The successful candidate will be responsible for the accurate and timely end-to-end processing of multiple client payrolls—ranging from SMEs to larger businesses—across various sectors.

This is a key role within our payroll team, requiring deep knowledge of UK payroll legislation, pensions auto-enrolment, and client relationship management.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end payroll processing for a portfolio of clients on weekly, fortnightly, and monthly cycles.
• Process new starters, leavers, and adjustments (sick pay, maternity/paternity, bonuses, commissions, etc.).
• Ensure all payroll data is correctly inputted, reconciled, and filed in line with HMRC deadlines.
• Administer all aspects of Workplace Pension Schemes including auto-enrolment assessments, opt-ins/outs, and contributions.
• Prepare and submit RTI (Real Time Information) submissions to HMRC.
• Manage client communication, resolving payroll queries in a timely, professional manner.
• Process statutory payments (SSP, SMP, SPP, SAP) and calculate holiday pay entitlements.
• Ensure compliance with UK payroll legislation, GDPR, and internal quality procedures.
• Produce payroll journals and liaise with client accountants for management reporting.
• Support junior payroll team members with technical guidance and training.

Key Skills & Experience

• Minimum 4+ years payroll experience, ideally within a multi-client or bureau environment.
• Strong understanding of current UK payroll legislation and statutory reporting.
• Experienced in auto-enrolment pensions and managing multiple pension providers (e.g. NEST, The People’s Pension, Aviva, etc.).
• Working knowledge of payroll software – we use Sage Payroll.

·Proven ability in managing a high performing team

·Previous experience in delivering fully managed payroll services.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills – professional and client-focused.
• CIPP qualification (or working towards) is desirable but not essential.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Hybrid working options following probation
• Structured career progression with ongoing training and CPD
• Supportive team culture within a long-established, reputable firm
• Opportunity to work with varied and interesting clients across the UK

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Human Resources

• Industries

  Accounting

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