Payroll Executive

ACCA Careers; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development opportunities

Supportive team environment

Exposure to varied client portfolio

Long-term payroll career

Job summary

Michael Page is seeking a Payroll Executive in London to manage payroll processes for a range of clients in professional services, ensuring accuracy and regulatory compliance. You will handle queries, maintain records, and collaborate with colleagues to deliver seamless service while staying updated on payroll legislation.

The role offers professional development, a supportive team, and a clear path to building a long-term payroll career.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in payroll processing or a related role.
• Solid understanding of payroll systems and relevant legislation.
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Confidence in handling client queries and providing excellent service.

Responsibilities

• Process payrolls accurately and on time for a variety of clients.
• Ensure compliance with payroll regulations and legal requirements.
• Handle payroll queries and provide timely resolutions to clients.
• Maintain accurate payroll records and documentation.
• Collaborate with other departments to ensure seamless service delivery.
• Stay updated on changes in payroll legislation and implement updates accordingly.
• Support the team with ad hoc payroll-related tasks as required.
• Contribute to process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy.

Skills

Payroll processing

Payroll systems

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Client service

Teamwork

Proactive attitude

Tools

Payroll software

Accounting software

Job description

As a Payroll Executive in London, you'll be responsible for managing payroll processes and ensuring accuracy for a range of clients in the professional services industry. Your role will involve keeping everything running smoothly, from processing payments to handling queries and ensuring compliance with regulations.

Client Details

Our client is a leading professional services organisation providing payroll, accounting, tax and advisory solutions to businesses across the UK. With a strong reputation for service excellence, they support thousands of clients through specialist teams and invest heavily in technology, compliance, and employee development.

Working within a collaborative payroll environment, you'll join a business that values accuracy, client service, and continuous learning. The organisation offers exposure to a varied client portfolio, ongoing professional development, and the opportunity to build expertise within a well-established payroll function.

Description

• Process payrolls accurately and on time for a variety of clients.
• Ensure compliance with payroll regulations and legal requirements.
• Handle payroll queries and provide timely resolutions to clients.
• Maintain accurate payroll records and documentation.
• Collaborate with other departments to ensure seamless service delivery.
• Stay updated on changes in payroll legislation and implement updates accordingly.
• Support the team with ad hoc payroll-related tasks as required.
• Contribute to process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy.

A Successful Payroll Executive Should Have

• Previous experience in payroll processing or a related role.
• A solid understanding of payroll systems and relevant legislation.
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Confidence in handling client queries and providing excellent service.
• Proficiency in accounting and finance software.
• A proactive attitude and the ability to work well within a team.

Job Offer

• Competitive salary ranging from £29,000 to £32,000, dependent on the level of experience.
• Professional development opportunities to enhance your skills.
• A supportive and collaborative team environment.
• Exposure to a varied client portfolio in the professional services industry.
• An opportunity to build a long-term career in payroll.

People are at the heart of Michael Page. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment. As an inclusive recruiter we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities and experiences. If you require any adjustments or accommodations during the recruitment process, we'll work with you to ensure you can perform at your best.