Payroll Administrator

You will ensure accurate and timely delivery of client payrolls, handle general administrative duties, and collaborate within the payroll hub. You will also be responsible for effective communication with clients, offices, HMRC, and third-party providers.

Client Details

Our client is a leading firm of Accountants and Business Advisers operating across the UK, Ireland, and the Nordics. They have a wide network of employees and offer inspiring opportunities across multiple offices. They are ranked in the top ten in the UK accountancy sector and are the largest SME practice. This role will be based from their Fareham office on a hybrid basis.

Description

Payroll Administrator:

- Ensure the accurate and timely delivery of client payrolls to meet agreed deadlines.
- Input data for payrolls as needed, run audit and validation checks, and interface data with General Ledger and Pensions systems.
- Monitor SSP, SMP, and other statutory payments and calculations.
- Process accurate and timely year-end reporting when necessary.
- Manage payroll changes in the time and attendance systems (BMS).
- Administer the end-to-end payroll process and auto enrolment compliance for a portfolio of clients.
- Answer payroll-related inquiries from clients and act as a trusted advisor.
- Serve as first-line support for pay queries.
- Perform peer checks of payrolls.
- Undertake general administrative duties and collaborate within the payroll hub.
- Develop relationships with clients and ensure effective communication with offices, HMRC, and other third-party providers.
- Communicate effectively with team members and wider payroll teams.
- Stay updated on payroll legislation and industry changes through independent research.

Profile

Payroll Administrator:

- At least one year of payroll administration experience in a busy, service-driven environment, preferably within a bureau.
- Comprehensive experience in end-to-end payroll processing, including pensions, benefits, and statutory payments.
- High level of accuracy and attention to detail in both manual and systems-based work.
- Natural ability to coordinate, prioritize, and multitask with minimal supervision.
- Strong customer-focused approach, capable of handling queries by phone and email.
- Adaptability to a highly changeable environment.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
- Knowledge and understanding of payroll legislation, processing, and auto enrolment regulations.
- Ability to manually calculate payroll.

Job Offer

Payroll Administrator:

• 25k - 30k DoE
• 25 days holiday + bank
• Holiday buy+sell
• Flexible working hours (core hour system)
• Sick Leave
• Pension
• Life Assurance
• Discounts