Payroll Manager

Autograph Recruitment; Newport; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established accountancy practice is seeking an experienced Payroll Manager in Newport to oversee client payroll for 150+ clients. This full-time office-based role requires strong payroll expertise, particularly with Sage Payroll, and excellent communication and leadership skills. The position offers competitive salary and study support.

Benefits

Competitive salary based on experience

CIPP study support

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Experience in an accountancy practice or bureau.
• Up-to-date knowledge of payroll legislation and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage end-to-end payroll for 150+ clients.
• Supervise and support the payroll team.
• Manage client relationships and provide payroll advice.
• Identify process improvements and maintain accuracy standards.

Skills

Strong payroll experience

Confident using Sage Payroll

Excellent communication skills

Leadership skills

Education

CIPP qualification (or willingness to study)

Tools

Sage Payroll

Job description

Position: Payroll Manager
Location: Newport
Hours of Work: Full-time
Salary: D.O.E

A well-established accountancy practice in Newport is seeking an experienced Payroll Manager to take the lead on their growing client payroll portfolio. This is a full-time office based position, offering the chance to manage around 150 client payrolls across weekly, fortnightly and monthly frequencies.

You ll oversee all aspects of client payroll delivery, including Sage payroll processing, compliance, and client liaison. The portfolio includes a range of clients from sole directors to retail businesses and those with NHS pension schemes.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage end-to-end payroll for 150+ clients
• Supervise and support the payroll team (currently Morgan and Becki)
• Ensure all RTI, pension, and statutory requirements are met
• Manage client relationships, providing guidance and payroll advice
• Identify process improvements and maintain high accuracy standards

Key Requirements

• Strong payroll experience within an accountancy practice or bureau
• Confident using Sage Payroll
• Up-to-date knowledge of payroll legislation and compliance
• Excellent communication and leadership skills
• CIPP qualification (or willingness to study) advantageous

What s on Offer

• Competitive salary based on experience
• CIPP study support available
• Supportive, established team environment
• Full-time, office-based role

Next Steps

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