Payroll Bureau Executive

BC Financial Search Ltd; Stockport; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working policy

Birthday day off

Company pension scheme

Life assurance (4x salary)

Employee assistance programme

Private medical insurance

Eye care and wellbeing support

Cycle to work scheme

Training & professional development

Job summary

BC Financial Search Ltd is recruiting a Payroll Executive for a Stockport-based role in an established accountancy firm. You will manage end-to-end payrolls for a diverse client portfolio, ensuring accurate, on-time payments and high-quality service.

The ideal candidate has payroll bureau experience and at least 12 months of processing in a busy client-focused environment, handling multiple clients and varying deadlines.

Qualifications

• Experience with end-to-end payroll processing and deadlines.
• Experience handling multiple clients with varying pay frequencies.
• Knowledge of PAYE, National Insurance and statutory payments.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end payroll processing for a portfolio of clients.
• Process weekly, fortnightly and monthly payrolls.
• Calculate statutory payments and deductions (SSP, SMP, etc.).
• Administer workplace pensions and auto-enrolment.
• Prepare and submit payroll information to HMRC (PAYE/RTI).
• Handle year-end payroll reporting and statutory docs.
• Carry out payroll reconciliations and checks for accuracy.
• Respond to client payroll queries with professional advice.
• Liaise with HMRC, pension providers and others as needed.
• Maintain accurate payroll records and stay compliant with legislation.
• Collaborate with the payroll team to meet client deadlines.

Skills

Payroll processing

Multiple payrolls

PAYE & NI

Auto-enrolment pensions

Manual calculations

Client communications

Attention to detail

Job description

Payroll Executive - Bureau Experience Essential

Stockport £28,000-£31,000 Excellent Benefits

An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Payroll Executive to join the specialist payroll team of an established accountancy firm in Stockport.

This position is specifically suited to someone with previous experience working within an accountancy practice or outsourced payroll bureau, who is confident managing multiple client payrolls and working to varying deadlines.

You’ll take responsibility for processing payrolls for a diverse portfolio of clients, ensuring employees are paid accurately and on time while delivering a high standard of client service.

The position offers plenty of variety, direct client interaction and the opportunity to work alongside experienced payroll professionals within a supportive team.

Previous payroll bureau experience is essential. Candidates whose experience is exclusively within an in-house payroll function will not be considered.

Duties and responsibilities

• Manage the end-to-end payroll process for a portfolio of clients, ensuring accurate and timely processing.
• Process weekly, fortnightly and monthly payrolls for businesses of varying sizes and sectors.
• Calculate statutory payments including SSP, SMP and other deductions and entitlements.
• Administer workplace pensions and ensure compliance with auto-enrolment requirements.
• Prepare and submit payroll information to HMRC, ensuring compliance with PAYE and RTI requirements.
• Process year-end payroll reporting and relevant statutory documentation.
• Carry out payroll reconciliations, validation checks and peer reviews to maintain accuracy.
• Respond to client payroll queries, providing clear and professional advice.
• Liaise with HMRC, pension providers and other third parties where necessary.
• Maintain accurate payroll records and ensure compliance with current payroll legislation.
• Work collaboratively with the wider payroll team to ensure client deadlines are consistently met.

Experience and qualifications

• Previous experience working within an accountancy practice payroll department or outsourced payroll bureau is essential.
• At least 12 months’ payroll processing experience within a busy, client-focused environment.
• Proven experience managing multiple client payrolls with different pay frequencies and deadlines.
• Strong understanding of end-to-end payroll processing, PAYE, National Insurance and statutory payments.
• Good working knowledge of workplace pensions and auto-enrolment requirements.
• Ability to perform manual payroll calculations when required.
• Experience dealing directly with multiple clients and responding to payroll enquiries.
• Excellent attention to detail, organisational skills and the ability to meet competing deadlines.
• A proactive, professional approach with a strong commitment to delivering high-quality client service.

This opportunity would suit an experienced Payroll Administrator, Payroll Officer or Payroll Executive who already has payroll bureau experience and is looking for their next career move.

Benefits

• Competitive salary of £28,000-£31,000 depending on experience.
• Flexible working policy, subject to agreement.
• Birthday day off, plus the option to buy or sell annual leave.
• Company pension scheme.
• Life assurance worth four times annual salary.
• Employee assistance programme and 24/7 GP access.
• Optional private medical insurance, dental cover and other healthcare benefits.
• Enhanced maternity, adoption and paternity leave, subject to qualifying service.
• Eye care, flu vaccinations and wellbeing support.
• Employee discounts across a wide range of retailers and brands.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities.

Company culture

This opportunity is with an established accountancy and business advisory firm providing a broad range of professional services to clients across different sectors.

The payroll department supports a varied portfolio of businesses, delivering a professional, accurate and reliable outsourced payroll service.

You’ll join a collaborative and supportive team where colleagues share knowledge, work closely together and take pride in delivering an excellent service to their clients.

The firm places a strong emphasis on employee wellbeing, personal development and providing opportunities for individuals to build long-term careers.

This would particularly suit someone who enjoys the variety and challenges of working in a payroll bureau and is looking for a stable, rewarding opportunity within a supportive professional environment.

Please note: This employer does not offer visa sponsorship. Applicants must have the existing right to work in the UK without requiring employer sponsorship, either now or in the future.