Payroll Administrator & Bookkeeper

SecsintheCity; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Payroll Administrator to manage the entire payroll function. The role involves end-to-end payroll processing, ensuring compliance with HMRC, and performing bookkeeping duties as necessary. Candidates should have prior payroll experience and a good understanding of associated regulations. This is a permanent position located in the United Kingdom.

Qualifications

• Experience in managing payroll processes.
• Knowledge of HMRC regulations and compliance.
• Understanding of bookkeeping principles.

Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of clients' payroll.
• Handle end-to-end payroll processing.
• Ensure compliance with HMRC.

Job description

Portfolio Payroll are partnered with a well-established accountancy who are looking for a Payroll Administrator to join them on a permanent basis.

This is a sole role. The focus will be on taking ownership for the whole payroll function; however, in more quiet periods of the month, you will be assisting with bookkeeping and other ad hoc tasks.

Responsibilities

• Take full responsibility for managing all aspects of clients' payroll
• Handle end-to-end payroll processing, including starters, leavers, statutory payments (SSP, SMP, etc.), holiday pay, and pension contributions
• Ensure full compliance with HMRC
• Administer auto-enrolment duties and liaise with pension providers
• Keep up to date with legislation and any changes
• Perform bookkeeping duties including data entry & bank reconciliation
• Prepare and submit VAT returns
• Communicate with clients via email and phone where required