Job Description:

Competitive Salary | Flexible & Hybrid Working | Excellent Benefits

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Payroll Administrator to join a well-established and forward-thinking professional services firm for a fixed 12 month contract.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a supportive team and take responsibility for delivering a high-quality payroll service to a varied portfolio of clients. The role offers a good level of autonomy, a varied workload and the opportunity to work within a business that continues to invest in its payroll and HR services.

You will be responsible for processing a portfolio of weekly and monthly client payrolls, ensuring accuracy, compliance and timely delivery. Working closely with colleagues and clients, you will play an important part in maintaining the smooth running of the payroll function throughout the period of cover.

Tasks include:

Client Payroll

• Processing weekly and monthly client payrolls from start to finish, including data input, calculations, payslips, RTI submissions and client reporting.
• Managing pension administration for allocated clients, including auto-enrolment.
• Preparing and submitting monthly CIS returns within HMRC deadlines.
• Preparing BACS payment files for employee net pay and HMRC liabilities.
• Dealing with client payroll queries promptly and professionally, escalating more complex matters where appropriate.
• Maintaining clear communication with clients regarding deadlines and outstanding information.

Internal Payroll & Administration

• Processing the firm's monthly payroll, subject to final Partner review.
• Following established payroll procedures and keeping documentation accurate and up to date.
• Providing basic payroll administration cover for colleagues when required.
• Completing structured handovers at the beginning and end of the assignment.

The person:

The successful candidate will be an experienced payroll professional with a methodical approach, excellent attention to detail and the ability to manage deadlines confidently.

You will ideally have:

• Previous experience processing weekly and monthly payrolls, preferably from start to finish.
• A good understanding of HMRC payroll requirements and RTI submissions.
• Experience of pension administration and auto-enrolment.
• Knowledge of CIS payroll processes.
• Strong organisational and communication skills.
• The ability to manage your own workload while providing excellent client service.

Our client offers

The firm offers an attractive benefits package, including:

• Competitive salary, dependent on experience.
• Flexible and hybrid working, including flexitime and working from home.
• Early finish every Friday, with the office closing at 2.30pm.
• Study support, where relevant.
• Pension scheme.
• 23 days' annual leave, plus bank holidays.
• Access to a corporate reward scheme.
• Quarterly social events.
• Free on-site parking.

If you are an experienced Payroll Administrator looking for your next opportunity within a professional and supportive environment, we would love to hear from you.