Senior Associate, Payroll Delivery, Newcastle Upon Tyne/Manchester/Belfast

EY; Manchester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading professional services firm is seeking a Senior Payroll Associate in Manchester to manage payroll services for clients, ensuring accurate processes and compliance. Ideal candidates will have significant payroll experience, proficiency in Iris software, and strong IT skills. Join a dynamic team focusing on payroll excellence and client satisfaction, while contributing to a supportive workplace culture.

Qualifications

• Significant end-to-end payroll processing experience and knowledge.
• Experience with Iris payroll software is preferred.
• Able to manage workload and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Process payroll data accurately and on time.
• Review payrolls and client communications for accuracy.
• Monitor the client mailbox and respond to payroll-related queries.
• Provide expertise and guidance to junior Associates.
• Handle engagement financials like billing and reconciliation.
• Coach and train Associates for skill development.
• Participate in process improvements and internal quality management.

Skills

End-to-end payroll processing experience

Iris payroll software

Time management

Excellent IT Skills

Education

CIPP or alternative payroll qualification

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

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The opportunity

EY Tax is a market leader, renowned for delivering sustainable growth and empowering our people to shape their own careers. Our diverse, collaborative team advises on high-profile transactions, combining technical expertise, innovation and a genuine focus on continuous development. Join us to work on challenging, multi-country projects in a supportive, dynamic environment where your impact truly matters.

We are currently looking for Senior Payroll Associates to join our growing UK Payroll Operate in either Newcastle Upon Tyne, Manchester or Belfast! This is an excellent opportunity to join our fast-growing payroll team within EY. Reporting to the Payroll Manager, the successful candidate will be part of a team with responsibility for the successful payroll implementation or delivery of payroll services for new and existing clients. You will need to ensure all payrolls are executed to a high standard, manage stakeholders, report on internal EY metrics and build positive relationships across the firm.

Your key responsibilities

• Process payroll data accurately and on time, including new joiners, leavers, statutory payments, and compliance with regulations.
• Review payrolls and client communications prepared by Associates to ensure complete accuracy and quality.
• Monitor the client mailbox and respond promptly to payroll-related queries.
• Provide subject matter expertise and guidance to junior Associates and clients.
• Handle engagement financials, including billing, reconciliation, and revenue tracking.
• Coach and train Associates, identifying skill gaps and supporting development through feedback and training.
• Participate in process improvements, system testing, and internal quality and risk management activities.

Skills and attributes for success

What we look for

• Significant end-to-end payroll processing experience and knowledge
• Experience with Iris payroll software
• Able to manage workload and meet deadlines
• Excellent IT Skills and highly competent with Word, Excel and Outlook

Ideally, you'll also have

• CIPP or alternative payroll qualification
• Previous experience in a Big 4 firm of payroll bureau is desirable

What we offer you

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