Payroll Administrator

James Gray Associates; Knotty Green; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

James Gray Associates is seeking a Payroll Administrator to manage end-to-end client payrolls across weekly, fortnightly, four-weekly and monthly cycles. Based in Beaconsfield, this permanent role starts office-based during probation and becomes hybrid (3 days in the office, 2 days at home).

You will handle starters, leavers, salary changes, RTI submissions, Auto-Enrolment, pension uploads and HMRC reconciliations, act as the main contact for payroll queries, and contribute to the growth of the

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years' payroll bureau or accountancy practice experience.
• Strong end-to-end payroll processing experience managing multiple client payrolls simultaneously.
• Good knowledge of UK payroll legislation, including PAYE, NIC, SSP, SMP, SPP, Auto-Enrolment and Benefits in Kind.
• Organised, accurate and confident communicating directly with clients and HMRC.
• Looking for a long-term opportunity within a growing accountancy practice that offers genuine career progression.

Responsibilities

• Managing a portfolio of end-to-end client payrolls across weekly, fortnightly, four-weekly and monthly pay frequencies.
• Processing starters, leavers, salary changes, statutory payments, RTI submissions, Auto-Enrolment, pension uploads and HMRC reconciliations.
• Acting as the main point of contact for payroll queries, building strong client relationships and ensuring payrolls are delivered accurately and on time.
• Supporting the administration of Auto-Enrolment, including pension reconciliations, employee communications and compliance with The Pensions Regulator requirements.
• Maintaining accurate payroll records, updating procedures, supporting the wider payroll team and contributing to the continued growth of the payroll bureau.

Skills

Payroll processing

Client communication

HMRC knowledge

Organised

Job description

Payroll Administrator

• Salary: Up to £32,000 - £38,000
• Location: Beaconsfield (Office-based during probation, then hybrid - 3 days office / 2 days home)
• Contract: Permanent
• Hours: Monday-Friday, 9:00am-5:30pm

The Role

• Managing a portfolio of end-to-end client payrolls across weekly, fortnightly, four-weekly and monthly pay frequencies.
• Processing starters, leavers, salary changes, statutory payments, RTI submissions, Auto-Enrolment, pension uploads and HMRC reconciliations.
• Acting as the main point of contact for payroll queries, building strong client relationships and ensuring payrolls are delivered accurately and on time.
• Supporting the administration of Auto-Enrolment, including pension reconciliations, employee communications and compliance with The Pensions Regulator requirements.
• Maintaining accurate payroll records, updating procedures, supporting the wider payroll team and contributing to the continued growth of the payroll bureau.

Ideal Candidate

• Minimum 2 years' payroll bureau or accountancy practice experience.
• Strong end-to-end payroll processing experience managing multiple client payrolls simultaneously.
• Good knowledge of UK payroll legislation, including PAYE, NIC, SSP, SMP, SPP, Auto-Enrolment and Benefits in Kind.
• Organised, accurate and confident communicating directly with clients and HMRC.
• Looking for a long-term opportunity within a growing accountancy practice that offers genuine career progression.

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