Payroll Technician

Reed Technology; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 37,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Payroll Technician in South Bristol. This part-time, permanent role involves processing payroll and pensions, maintaining records, and supporting compliance with payroll legislation. Candidates should have experience in payroll processing and strong data skills, ideally familiar with the Cintra system. The position offers flexible hours, including term-time only options and a comprehensive benefits package including leave, pension schemes, and support services.

Benefits

27-30 days annual leave (pro rata)

Excellent public sector pension schemes

Enhanced family leave

Free gym

Free parking

Cycle to work

GP helpline

Discount portal

Access to learning & development

Subsidised café

Qualifications

• Experience with payroll and pensions is essential.
• Strong data manipulation skills using Excel.
• Familiarity with payroll systems is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Process end-to-end payroll and pensions using Cintra.
• Maintain accurate payroll records and resolve queries.
• Produce workforce reports for senior leadership.

Skills

Payroll processing and pension administration experience

Good Excel and data manipulation skills

Confident with payroll systems (Cintra desirable)

Good knowledge of payroll legislation and compliance

Tools

Cintra

Job description

Job Title: Payroll Technician
Location: South Bristol (Onsite for training → Hybrid thereafter)
Salary: £32,000 - £37,000 (Pro Rata)
Hours: 3 Days Per Week * Term‑Time Only Option Available
Employment Type: Permanent, Part-Time

Overview

REED Accountancy is working exclusively with a South Bristol education organisation to recruit a Payroll Technician. This role is perfect for someone who enjoys payroll accuracy, data manipulation, systems and reporting, and wants flexibility - including school‑run friendly hours and the option to work term‑time only.

Key Responsibilities

• Process end‑to‑end payroll and pensions using Cintra
• Maintain accurate payroll records and process starters, leavers & contractual changes
• Lead monthly payroll checks and resolve queries
• Support year‑end pension activities and statutory returns
• Produce workforce reports for SLT and other stakeholders
• Improve payroll processes, systems and SOPs

Skills & Experience

• Payroll processing and pension administration experience
• Good Excel and data manipulation skills
• Confident with payroll systems (Cintra desirable)
• Good knowledge of payroll legislation and compliance

Benefits

• 27-30 days annual leave (pro rata)
• Excellent public sector pension schemes
• Enhanced family leave
• Free gym, free parking, cycle to work
• GP helpline, EAP, discount portal
• Access to L&D, library, subsidised café

If this sounds like the role for you - please apply online ASAP. Shortlisted applicants will be contacted within 48 working hours.