Payroll Supervisor

JGA Recruitment; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency seeks a Payroll Supervisor to lead payroll processing for various clients in Harrogate. This role requires strong technical skills in payroll software, client service abilities, and a commitment to accuracy. Ideal candidates will have a mix of hands-on payroll experience and the capacity to manage a diverse workload efficiently.

Qualifications

• Strong hands-on experience in payroll processing (end-to-end).
• Experience in a client or bureau payroll setting is desirable.
• High level of computer literacy with payroll software.

Responsibilities

• Process weekly and monthly payrolls for approximately 52 clients.
• Ensure timely submissions for PAYE, National Insurance, and pensions.
• Provide excellent client service and maintain up-to-date payroll knowledge.

Skills

Payroll Processing

Client Service

Communication

Attention to Detail

Tools

BrightPay

QuickBooks

Job description

Job Title: Payroll Supervisor
Location: Harrogate
Salary: GBP35,000
Contract: Full–Time, Permanent
Working Pattern: Office–based (flexibility for reduced or condensed hours considered)

We re looking for an experienced and technically capable Payroll Supervisor to join a small, friendly team based in Harrogate. You ll be working alongside a Payroll Assistant and will take the lead on overseeing and processing payroll for a diverse portfolio of clients.

The successful candidate will ideally bring prior experience from a bureau or client–facing payroll environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Process a mix of weekly and monthly payrolls for approximately 52 clients, ranging from 1 to 85 employees.
• Ensure accurate and timely submissions for PAYE, National Insurance, pensions, and other statutory obligations.
• Utilise payroll software (BrightPay) and accounting systems (QuickBooks) for data input, reporting, and compliance.
• Provide excellent client service through accurate processing and effective communication.
• Liaise with directors and internal teams (accounting, audit, tax) as needed, with occasional administrative support tasks.
• Maintain up–to–date knowledge of payroll legislation and best practices.

What We re Looking For

• Strong hands–on experience in payroll processing (end–to–end).
• Experience in a client or bureau payroll setting is desirable.
• High level of computer literacy and familiarity with payroll software (BrightPay experience is a plus).
• Ability to maintain accuracy and professionalism under pressure.

Team Structure

• You ll report directly to the firm s four directors.
• You ll work closely with a Payroll Assistant who has three years of experience in the role.

Start Date: Ideally before or by 11th July, to allow for a smooth handover.

Interested?
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