Payroll Administrator

Adele Carr Recruitment Limited; Lancashire; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working after probation

Career progression opportunities

Professional development

Job summary

Adele Carr Recruitment Limited is seeking a Payroll Advisor to join its growing practice. You will manage a portfolio of payroll clients, ensuring accurate processing, compliance, and excellent service.

The role covers RTI submissions, pension administration, benefits in kind, and client liaison. Hybrid working is available across multiple locations in the North West, with clear opportunities for career progression and professional development.

Qualifications

• Experience in payroll within an accountancy practice or payroll bureau.
• Strong knowledge of UK payroll legislation and compliance.
• Ability to process payrolls end-to-end independently.
• Experience with RTI submissions, auto-enrolment pensions, and PAYE.
• Experience with P11Ds and Benefits in Kind reporting.
• Proficient in payroll software and Microsoft Office.
• Excellent organisation and attention to detail.
• Strong communication and client relationship skills.
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end payrolls for a varied client portfolio.
• Handle RTI submissions, pensions admin and payroll reporting.
• Prepare FPS, EPS, CIS returns and statutory payment reclaims.
• Handle payroll enquiries from clients and third parties.
• Liaise with HMRC and pension providers for clients.
• Set up new PAYE schemes and onboard clients.
• Support pension scheme implementation and admin.
• Produce and submit P11Ds and manage Benefits in Kind reporting.
• Perform statutory calculations including maternity, paternity, sick pay.
• Monitor deadlines and ensure compliance obligations are met.
• Identify opportunities to improve payroll processes and client experience.
• Support wider projects and admin tasks when required.

Skills

Payroll processing

RTI submissions

Pensions administration

P11Ds reporting

PAYE procedures

Client relationships

Payroll software

Microsoft Office

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Tools

Payroll software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Location: Blackburn, Bolton, Bury or Manchester (Hybrid Working Available)
Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time
Salary: Competitive + Benefits

Payroll Advisor Bureau Experience Required

An established and growing accountancy and business advisory practice is seeking an experienced Payroll Advisor to join its expanding payroll team.

This is an excellent opportunity for a payroll professional with bureau experience who enjoys building client relationships, managing multiple payrolls, and delivering a high-quality service. The role offers genuine opportunities for career development within a supportive and forward-thinking firm.

The Role

You will take ownership of a portfolio of payroll clients, managing the end-to-end payroll process while ensuring accuracy, compliance and excellent customer service.

Key responsibilities include:

• Processing payrolls from start to finish for a varied client portfolio.
• Managing RTI submissions, pensions administration and payroll reporting.
• Preparing and submitting FPS, EPS, CIS returns and statutory payment reclaims.
• Handling payroll-related enquiries from clients and third parties.
• Liaising with HMRC and pension providers on behalf of clients.
• Setting up new PAYE schemes and onboarding new payroll clients.
• Supporting pension scheme implementation and administration.
• Producing and submitting P11Ds and managing Benefits in Kind reporting.
• Performing statutory calculations, including maternity, paternity, sick pay and other payroll adjustments.
• Monitoring payroll deadlines and ensuring all compliance obligations are met.
• Identifying opportunities to improve payroll processes and client experience.
• Supporting wider projects and administration activities when required.

About You

To be successful in this role, you'll ideally have:

• Previous payroll experience within an accountancy practice or payroll bureau environment.
• Strong understanding of UK payroll legislation and compliance requirements.
• Experience processing payrolls independently from start to finish.
• Knowledge of RTI submissions, auto-enrolment pensions and PAYE procedures.
• Experience with P11Ds and Benefits in Kind reporting.
• Good working knowledge of payroll software and Microsoft Office.
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong communication and client relationship skills.
• The ability to manage multiple deadlines and prioritise effectively.

What's on Offer

• Hybrid working following probation.
• Career progression opportunities within a growing professional services business.
• Exposure to a diverse client portfolio across multiple sectors.
• Ongoing training and professional development.
• Supportive and collaborative team environment.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.