Payroll Administrator

Portfolio Payroll Limited; Milton Keynes; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing accountancy practice is looking for an experienced Payroll Administrator in Milton Keynes. This role involves processing payrolls for multiple clients, ensuring compliance with UK payroll legislation, and managing statutory payments. Candidates should have strong attention to detail, excellent communication skills, and prior payroll experience in similar environments. The company offers a competitive salary, flexible working options, and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Competitive salary based on experience

Flexible working options

Ongoing training and development

Qualifications

• Previous payroll experience within an accountancy practice or bureau environment.
• Strong working knowledge of UK payroll legislation.
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines and client workloads.

Responsibilities

• Processing weekly, fortnightly, and monthly payrolls for multiple clients.
• Ensuring payrolls are accurate and compliant with current legislation.
• Handling payroll queries from clients and employees professionally.

Skills

Attention to detail

Client-focused communication

Organisational skills

Knowledge of UK payroll legislation

Education

CIPP qualification

Job description

Make a Difference with Every Payslip

Are you an experienced payroll professional with a passion for accuracy, service excellence? Do you thrive in a fast‑paced environment where you can make a real impact? If so, we want to hear from you!

About the Role

A growing accountancy practice seeking an experienced and detail‑oriented Payroll Administrator to join their team. You will be responsible for managing payroll services for a portfolio of clients, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and excellent client service at all times.

Key Responsibilities

• Processing weekly, fortnightly, and monthly payrolls for multiple clients
• Ensuring payrolls are accurate and compliant with current legislation
• Managing PAYE, NIC, pension auto‑enrolment, SSP, SMP, and other statutory payments
• Submitting RTI filings to HMRC on time
• Handling payroll queries from clients and employees professionally and efficiently
• Preparing payslips, P60s, P45s, and other payroll reports
• Liaising with HMRC and pension providers when required
• Maintaining accurate payroll records and documentation

About You

• Previous payroll experience within an accountancy practice or bureau environment
• Strong working knowledge of UK payroll legislation
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines and client workloads
• Confident communicator with a client‑focused approach

Desirable (but not essential)

• CIPP qualification or working towards one
• Experience with auto‑enrolment pensions across multiple providers
• Knowledge of cloud‑based accounting systems

What We Offer

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Flexible working options and hybrid
• Supportive and collaborative team environment
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Enhanced Pension scheme and holiday entitlement

If you’re ready to lead a team to success and take ownership of a pivotal function, we’d love to hear from you.