Payroll Administrator

Reed; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Flexible and supportive working

Training and development

Exposure to diverse clients

Friendly and collaborative team

Long-term career progression

Job summary

Reed Payroll is seeking an experienced Payroll Administrator in Glasgow to join a growing practice. You will deliver accurate payroll services for a diverse client base, ensuring compliance with current legislation and maintaining strong client relationships.

Key duties include processing weekly to monthly payrolls, handling pensions and auto-enrolment, and producing detailed payroll reports. Applicants should have payroll experience, HMRC knowledge, and familiarity with payroll software.

Qualifications

• Previous payroll experience, ideally in an accountancy practice or bureau.
• Strong knowledge of payroll legislation and HMRC requirements.
• Experience using payroll software packages and accurate record keeping.

Responsibilities

• Process weekly, fortnightly and monthly payrolls for clients.
• Calculate salaries, overtime, bonuses, and statutory payments.
• Submit RTI information to HMRC accurately and on time.
• Prepare payroll reports and reconciliations for clients.
• Maintain payroll records in line with current legislation.
• Respond to client payroll queries professionally and promptly.
• Manage pension contributions and auto-enrolment requirements.

Skills

Payroll experience

HMRC knowledge

Attention to detail

Time management

Client-facing

Organisation

Proactive approach

Deadline management

Education

Payroll qualification advantageous

Tools

Payroll software

Job description

Payroll Administrator

Glasgow Competitive Salary + Benefits Full-Time Permanent

A well-established and growing accountancy practice based in the South Side of Glasgow, are seeking an experienced Payroll Administrator to join its team.

This is an excellent opportunity for a payroll professional looking to develop their career within a supportive practice environment, working with a varied portfolio of clients across multiple sectors.

The Role

As Payroll Administrator, you will play a key role in delivering accurate and timely payroll services to a diverse client base. You will be responsible for managing payroll processes whilst ensuring compliance with relevant legislation and maintaining excellent client relationships.

Duties will include:

• Processing weekly, fortnightly and monthly payrolls
• Calculating salaries, overtime, bonuses, commissions and statutory payments
• Managing pension contributions and auto-enrolment requirements
• Submitting RTI information to HMRC
• Processing new starters, leavers and payroll amendments
• Handling SSP, SMP, SPP and other statutory payments
• Producing payroll reports and reconciliations
• Responding to client payroll queries in a professional and timely manner
• Ensuring payroll records are accurate and maintained in line with current legislation

About You

The successful candidate will have:

• Previous payroll experience, ideally within an accountancy practice or bureau environment
• Strong knowledge of payroll legislation and HMRC requirements
• Experience using payroll software packages
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong organisational and time management skills
• Good communication and client-facing abilities
• A proactive and professional approach to work
• The ability to manage multiple deadlines effectively

Payroll qualifications are advantageous but not essential for candidates with relevant experience.

What's on Offer?

• Competitive salary dependent on experience
• Flexible and supportive working environment
• Ongoing training and professional developmentOpportunity to work with a wide range of clients
• Friendly and collaborative team culture
• Long-term career progression opportunities