Senior Payroll Administrator

Autograph Recruitment Ltd

Posted 2 days ago, valid for 7 days

Taunton, Somerset TA4 1BY, England

Full Time

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Location: Taunton (Hybrid)Hours: Full-time (37.5 hours) | Part-time considered (minimum 30 hours)Salary: Competitive, based on experience

A well-established accountancy practice is seeking a Senior Payroll Administrator to join its client payroll team. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced payroll professional who enjoys managing end-to-end payroll processes while leading a small team.

Key Responsibilities:

Oversee and manage the end-to-end payroll process for a portfolio of clients, including new starters, variations, leavers, and HMRC submissions.
Administer the full auto-enrolment pension process, including assessments, enrolments, pension file uploads, and declarations.
Process statutory payments such as SSP, SMP, SPP, SAP, and ShPP.
Supervise and lead a payroll team of two, providing guidance and support.
Build and maintain strong client relationships, offering expert advice and resolving payroll-related queries.
Handle telephone and email queries in a professional and efficient manner.
Assist with setting up new client payrolls.
Perform general administrative duties as required.

What my client is Looking For:

Experience in processing end-to-end payroll.
Strong attention to detail and a proactive problem-solving approach.
Excellent customer service and communication skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel and Outlook.
Leadership experience (previous supervisory experience desirable).
Knowledge of Sage 50 Payroll (desirable but not essential).
Payroll qualifications (desirable but not essential).
Experience in onboarding new clients or setting up payroll schemes (desirable but not essential).

What’s on Offer:

Competitive salary
25 days holiday plus bank holidays
Birthday day off
Hybrid & flexible working options
Contributory pension scheme
Life assurance & private healthcare
Free on-site parking
Ongoing professional development and mentoring opportunities
A supportive and collaborative work environment

This role offers a great opportunity to work in a dynamic firm that values its employees and provides a flexible, people-focused culture.

?? Apply now to be part of a growing and forward-thinking payroll team!