Payroll Administrator

Armstrong Knight Ltd; Brentwood; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A modern accountancy practice in Brentwood is seeking a Payroll Administrator for a permanent position. You will manage payroll for around 300 clients, ensuring accurate processing and compliance with PAYE and NIC regulations. Experience with Sage Payroll or Bright Pay is advantageous, but not required. This role offers a great opportunity for candidates looking to advance in payroll management.

Qualifications

• Experience with payroll processing and related legislation.
• Organizational skills and ability to manage multiple clients.
• Good communication skills for client interactions.

Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of approximately 300 clients.
• Oversee payrolls, ensuring accurate processing.
• Submit CIS returns for Contractors.
• Handle Auto Enrolment tasks and prepare client information.
• Communicate PAYE liabilities to clients.

Skills

Experience with Sage Payroll

Experience with Bright Pay

Understanding of PAYE and NIC legislation

Tools

Payroll software

Job description

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Armstrong Knight is delighted to be recruiting on behalf of a modern accountancy practice with offices situated across London and Essex. The team specializes in delivering compliance and advisory services to both individuals and corporations.

This presents an excellent prospect for a Payroll Administrator seeking a permanent position.

Do you possess the qualifications for this role?

While experience with Sage Payroll and/or Bright Pay would be advantageous, it is not a strict requirement.

What will your responsibilities entail?

As a key member reporting to the Payroll Manager, you will manage a portfolio of approximately 300 clients, ranging from Director-only setups to those with up to 50 employees, with most on a monthly pay frequency. Your main duties will include:

• Overseeing payrolls, ensuring accurate processing within specified timeframes
• Submitting CIS returns for Contractors
• Facilitating CIS refunds for clients
• Inputting and maintaining precise data on payroll software
• Managing Auto Enrolment tasks and preparing client information
• Drafting emails for clients, communicating PAYE liabilities, and addressing other payroll-related matters
• Handling interactions with external agencies such as HMRC
• Addressing internal and client queries
• Demonstrating a comprehensive understanding of PAYE and NIC legislation