Payroll Administrator (12 Month Fixed Term Maternity Cover)

Confidential; England; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hybrid working

Office closing 2.30pm Fridays

Study support

Pension scheme

23 days annual leave

Corporate reward scheme

Quarterly social events

Free onsite parking

Job summary

Verallo is seeking an experienced Payroll Administrator for a 12-month fixed-term maternity cover. The role provides genuine client interaction and responsibility within a growing accountancy practice in the UK.

You’ll handle client payrolls, pension administration, CIS submissions and BACS payments while supporting internal payroll work. The ideal candidate will have strong payroll experience, HMRC compliance knowledge, and a proactive approach to handover and process documentation.

Qualifications

• Experience in payroll processing and HMRC compliance.
• Experience with auto enrolment and pension schemes.
• Experience submitting CIS returns to HMRC on time.
• Strong client communication and service skills.

Responsibilities

• Process weekly and monthly client payrolls end-to-end, including RTI and reporting.
• Manage Verallo's monthly payroll with final Partner review.
• Follow documented payroll processes and provide a thorough handover at start and end of term.

Skills

Payroll processing

Pension administration

CIS returns

Client communication

Attention to detail

Job description

Payroll Administrator (12 Month Fixed Term Maternity Cover)

About Verallo

Verallo is an established and growing accountancy and tax advisory firm supporting ambitious business owners, high net worth individuals and international groups. Built on strong client relationships and technical excellence, we combine the stability of a well run practice with the energy and ambition of a modern advisory firm.

We pride ourselves on delivering more than compliance. We build long term partnerships with our clients, providing insight and financial clarity that helps them make confident decisions and achieve their goals.

We are seeking an experienced Payroll Administrator who wants to do more than process transactions. This role offers genuine client interaction and responsibility, and the chance to become a trusted part of our clients' finance function rather than an external service provider.

Our culture is collaborative, supportive and professional. We invest in our people, encourage initiative and recognise contribution. This is a fixed term opportunity to join a forward thinking firm that is investing in its payroll and HR services, with the term and end date confirmed in the contract.

Purpose of the Role

The Payroll Administrator ensures client and internal payrolls are processed accurately and on time throughout a period of cover. The role protects the standard our clients expect and offers real exposure to a firm that is investing in its payroll and HR services.

Core Responsibilities

1. Client Payroll Services

• Processing allocated client payrolls on a weekly and monthly basis, from receipt of data through to payslips, RTI submissions and client reporting
• Managing pension administration for allocated clients, including auto enrolment.
• Preparing and submitting monthly CIS returns for allocated clients, within HMRC deadlines
• Preparing and submitting BACS payment files for client net pay and HMRC liabilities
• Handling client payroll queries, escalating complex matters to the relevant manager
• Maintaining clear communication with clients on deadlines and outstanding information

2. Verallo Internal Payroll

• Processing Verallo's monthly payroll, with final Partner review before submission

3. Process and Handover

• Following documented payroll processes and keeping them current
• Completing a structured handover at the start and end of the term

Key Accountabilities

• Accuracy of payroll: Ensuring all payrolls are calculated and submitted correctly, with checks completed before release.
• Meeting deadlines: Processing every payroll on time each month and flagging risks early.
• Compliance: Keeping up to date with HMRC and pension requirements and applying them consistently.
• Client service: Responding to client queries promptly and professionally.
• Continuity: Documenting work so the service runs without disruption at handover and return.

Cross-Cover Expectations

• Providing basic payroll cover for the admin team during absence where processes are documented

Remuneration Package

• £35 - £40k, subject to experience
• Flexible and hybrid working arrangements, including flexitime and working from home
• Office closing at 2.30pm every Friday
• Study support, where relevant to the role
• Pension scheme
• 23 days annual leave (excluding bank holidays)
• Access to our corporate reward scheme
• Quarterly social events
• Free onsite parking