Location: RoystonSalary: Highly competitive Start Date: ASAPEmployment Type: Full-time or Part-time (min 30 hours per week)
Overview:
We are recruiting on behalf of a well-established accountancy firm based in Royston, with a highly regarded payroll bureau. The firm is seeking a skilled and experienced Payroll Supervisor/Manager to join their team.
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with a solid payroll background, either on a full-time or part-time basis. The role offers flexibility and a supportive working environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Process payroll for multiple clients accurately and on time
- Manage BACS payments and conduct regular compliance checks
- Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, providing expert advice and resolving queries promptly
- Ensure thorough understanding and application of current payroll legislation
- Handle starters, leavers, holiday pay, pension deductions, and statutory payments (SMP, SPP, SAP, SSP)
- Issue P45s, P60s, and other required documentation
- Liaise with HMRC, both in writing and over the phone
- Calculate tax and NIC contributions for clients
- Manage auto-enrolment processes, maintain pension scheme records, and make related payments
- Complete RTI submissions and CIS returns
- Set up and close PAYE schemes as necessary
- Maintain accurate and organised payroll records and timesheets
- Handle client queries and provide timely solutions
- Collaborate with team members to ensure effective workload management
Skills and Experience Required:
- Previous experience managing end-to-end payroll within an accountancy practice or similar environment
- Proficiency with Sage Payroll and experience with Xero Payroll
- Knowledge of Auto Enrolment Pensions and pension scheme management
- Ideally, CIPP qualification (or working towards)
- Strong mathematical and IT skills, including advanced Excel/Word/Outlook knowledge
- A levels or equivalent education
- Excellent attention to detail with a focus on accuracy and data integrity
- Strong customer service skills and a proactive approach to client relationships
- Ability to manage multiple deadlines and work in a fast-paced environment
- Capable of working independently as well as within a team
How to Apply:If you have a proven track record in payroll management and are looking for a new challenge, we’d love to hear from you. Apply directly or reach out to Danielle Daymond at AJ Chambers for a confidential discussion.