Payroll Executive

Confidential; North Ferriby; Hybrid; GBP 28,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

Confidential is seeking a Payroll Executive in Teesside to own a portfolio of client payrolls from data input to final submission. The role requires end-to-end payroll experience, in-depth knowledge of UK PAYE and auto-enrolment, and the ability to manage multiple payrolls with strict deadlines.

You will ensure accurate payroll processing, adapt to changes (starters/leavers, amendments), and maintain compliance across pension requirements.

Qualifications

• At least two years' end-to-end payroll experience.
• Strong knowledge of UK payroll legislation, PAYE and auto-enrolment.
• Experience handling multiple payrolls and meeting deadlines.
• Excellent numerical skills for statutory payments.

Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of client payrolls from start to finish with accuracy and timeliness.
• Process payroll changes: starters, leavers, salary amendments, pensions and auto-enrolment.
• Calculate PAYE, NIC, SSP, maternity/paternity and other statutory payments.
• Maintain payroll records, software and employee data for compliance.
• Handle year-end activities and deadlines, including reporting.
• Oversee pension administration and auto-enrolment obligations.
• Respond to client payroll queries with a professional service.
• Produce payroll reports and journals ensuring data accuracy.
• Keep up to date with payroll legislation changes and best practices.
• Build strong client relationships and collaborate with colleagues to deliver service.

Skills

End-to-end payroll

UK payroll legislation

Multiple payrolls

Numerical skills

Payroll software

Attention to detail

Communication

Independent working

Tools

Payroll software

Job description

Role: Payroll Executive

Location: Teesside

Salary: £28,000-£31,000 per annum

Permanent Full-time Hybrid work

Overview and Opportunity

An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Payroll Executive to join a growing Payroll Services team based in Teesside.

Job description

As a Payroll Executive, you will take ownership of a portfolio of payroll clients, managing the complete payroll process from data input through to final submission, while ensuring compliance with current payroll legislation and pension requirements.

This role is ideal for an payroll professional with end-to-end payroll experience who enjoys managing their own client portfolio while delivering an accurate, compliant, and first-class payroll service.

Working within a collaborative and supportive environment, you will be responsible for the full payroll lifecycle, acting as a trusted point of contact for clients and ensuring payrolls are processed accurately and on time.

Main Responsibilities:

• Managing a portfolio of client payrolls, ensuring accurate and timely end-to-end payroll processing.
• Processing payroll changes, including new starters, leavers, salary amendments, statutory payments, pensions, and auto-enrolment.
• Calculating PAYE, National Insurance, statutory sick pay, maternity, paternity, and other statutory payments.
• Maintaining payroll records, payroll software, and employee data to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Processing year-end payroll activities and ensuring all statutory deadlines are met.
• Managing pension administration and auto-enrolment obligations.
• Responding to payroll queries from clients and providing a professional, high-quality service.
• Producing payroll reports and journals while ensuring data accuracy throughout the payroll process.
• Keeping up to date with changes to payroll legislation, PAYE regulations, and industry best practice.
• Building strong client relationships and working collaboratively with colleagues to deliver an efficient payroll service.

Ideal Candidate:

• The successful candidate will have at least two years' end-to-end payroll experience, ideally gained within a payroll bureau or accountancy practice environment.
• Strong knowledge of UK payroll legislation, PAYE, pensions, and auto-enrolment.
• Experience managing multiple payrolls simultaneously while meeting strict deadlines.
• Excellent numerical skills with the ability to accurately calculate statutory payments.
• Confidence using payroll software, spreadsheets, and payroll reporting systems.
• Strong organisational skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Outstanding communication and customer service skills.
• The ability to work independently while contributing positively to a collaborative team.
• A proactive, flexible approach and a commitment to delivering an exceptional client experience.