Payroll Administrator - *Permanent

Office Angels; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A friendly accountancy practice on the outskirts of Newcastle upon Tyne is seeking a Payroll Administrator to manage payrolls and ensure compliance with legislation. The ideal candidate will have at least 2 years of payroll experience and strong organizational skills. This role offers a supportive team environment and benefits like free onsite parking and extra holidays for each year of service.

Benefits

Free onsite parking

20 days holiday + bank holidays

Birthday off every year

Extra holiday for each year of service

Qualifications

• At least 2 years' experience in a payroll role, ideally within an accountancy practice.
• Familiarity with payroll legislation is essential.
• Knowledge of BrightPay payroll software is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Run end-to-end payrolls for clients using BrightPay.
• Oversee compliance with statutory payroll obligations.
• Administer workplace pension schemes.
• Prepare and submit confirmation statements.

Skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Proactivity

Tools

BrightPay

Job description

Job Title: Payroll Administrator

Location: Outskirts of Newcastle upon Tyne - Fully Office Based

Salary: £25,000 - £30,000 per annum (depending on experience)

Working Pattern: Full Time (37.5 hours per week; part-time hours considered for the right candidate, must be available 5 days)

About Our Client

Join a friendly accountancy practice located on the outskirts of Newcastle upon Tyne! Our client is proud of their supportive, close-knit team environment and is seeking an organised, detail-oriented Payroll Administrator to make a meaningful impact.

About the Role

As a Payroll Administrator, you will be the main point of contact for a portfolio of payroll clients, ensuring that payrolls are managed accurately and punctually. Your deep understanding of payroll legislation will be vital in ensuring compliance with auto-enrolment regulations. Alongside managing payroll, you'll also be responsible for key administrative tasks such as maintaining statutory registers and submitting filings to Companies House.

Key Responsibilities

• Run end-to-end payrolls for clients using BrightPay, ensuring all deadlines are met.
• Oversee compliance with statutory payroll obligations, including timely submissions and auto-enrolment responsibilities.
• Administer workplace pension schemes and assist clients with compliance matters.
• Set up records for new clients to ensure smooth onboarding.
• Prepare and submit confirmation statements and maintain accurate statutory registers.
• Monitor key deadlines for payroll and company secretarial tasks.
• Provide administrative support to partners and the wider team for seamless operations.

Requirements

• At least 2 years' experience in a payroll role, ideally within an accountancy practise.
• Familiarity with payroll legislation.
• Proactive and reliable approach to work.
• Strong organisational and communication skills.
• Knowledge of BrightPay payroll software is desirable.

What They Offer

A supportive and collaborative team environment.

Opportunity to work across various clients and industries.

Benefits

• Free onsite parking
• 20 days holiday + bank holidays
• Birthday off every year
• Extra holiday for each year of service

If you're ready to bring your payroll expertise to a vibrant team and make a difference, we want to hear from you!

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