Payroll Administrator

ICAEW; Blackburn; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

ICAEW is seeking a Payroll Administrator in Blackburn to join a friendly payroll bureau. You will manage end-to-end payrolls across multiple clients and ensure compliance with current legislation.

Role covers weekly to monthly payrolls, RTI submissions, pensions, and client queries. Office-based with hybrid options after probation, in a supportive environment focused on learning and progression.

Qualifications

• Previous end-to-end payroll experience.
• Experience in a payroll bureau or accountancy practice is advantageous.
• Experience managing multiple payrolls is beneficial.
• Strong knowledge of payroll legislation and HMRC requirements.
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines and client communications.

Responsibilities

• Processing weekly, fortnightly, four-weekly and monthly payrolls.
• Managing end-to-end payroll for multiple client accounts.
• Calculating statutory payments including SSP, SMP, SPP and SAP.
• Processing new starters, leavers and employee changes.
• Submitting RTI reports to HMRC.
• Managing pension contributions and auto-enrolment duties.
• Resolving payroll queries from clients and employees.
• Ensuring payroll records are maintained accurately and confidentially.
• Keeping up to date with payroll legislation and compliance requirements.
• Supporting the wider team with payroll administration and client service activities.

Skills

End-to-end payroll experience

Client-facing skills

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Multi-tasking

Payroll software

Tools

Payroll software packages

Job description

Your new company

Are you an experienced Payroll Administrator looking to join a friendly, supportive, and growing business? Do you enjoy managing multiple payrolls and building strong client relationships? If so, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.
Our client, a well‑established and highly regarded payroll bureau based in Blackburn, is looking to recruit a Payroll Administrator to join their busy and collaborative team. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated payroll professional who is looking to further develop their career within a supportive environment that values continuous learning and progression.
The role is office‑based initially, with hybrid working available upon successful completion of probation.

Your new role

As a Payroll Administrator, you will be responsible for managing end‑to‑end payroll processes for a varied portfolio of clients across multiple sectors. You will work closely with clients and colleagues to ensure payrolls are processed accurately, efficiently, and in line with current legislation.

• Processing weekly, fortnightly, four‑weekly and monthly payrolls
• Managing end‑to‑end payroll for multiple client accounts
• Calculating statutory payments including SSP, SMP, SPP and SAP
• Processing new starters, leavers and employee changes
• Submitting RTI reports to HMRC
• Managing pension contributions and auto‑enrolment duties
• Resolving payroll queries from clients and employees
• Ensuring payroll records are maintained accurately and confidentially
• Keeping up to date with payroll legislation and compliance requirements
• Supporting the wider team with payroll administration and client service activities

What you need to succeed

• Previous end‑to‑end payroll experience
• Experience working within a payroll bureau, accountancy practice, or managing multiple payrolls would be highly advantageous
• Strong knowledge of payroll legislation and HMRC requirements
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills
• The ability to manage multiple deadlines effectively
• Strong communication and client‑facing skills
• A proactive and positive approach to work
• A genuine desire to learn, develop, and progress within your payroll career
• Experience using payroll software packages