Payroll Executive

Description:

Your new company
An established and growing professional services organisation is seeking an experienced Payroll Executive to join its busy payroll team. This is an excellent opportunity for a payroll professional who enjoys managing client relationships, delivering a high-quality service, and taking ownership of end-to-end payroll processes.Working within a collaborative and supportive environment, you will be responsible for managing a portfolio of payroll clients, ensuring all payrolls are processed accurately, compliantly, and on time.

Your new role
As a Payroll Executive, you will take responsibility for the full payroll life cycle across a varied client portfolio. You will work closely with clients and colleagues to provide an efficient, accurate, and professional payroll service.Key responsibilities include:

Managing a portfolio of payroll clients
Processing end-to-end payrolls on a weekly, fortnightly, four-weekly, and monthly basis
Maintaining payroll records and systems, ensuring accuracy and compliance
Calculating statutory payments including SSP, SMP, SPP and other family-related leave payments
Administering workplace pension schemes and auto-enrolment requirements
Processing starters, leavers, deductions, benefits, and payroll amendments
Responding to client payroll queries and providing expert guidance
Ensuring compliance with PAYE legislation and payroll regulations
Preparing and submitting payroll-related reports and documentationWhat you'll need to succeed A minimum of two years' experience managing end-to-end payroll processing

Strong knowledge of PAYE legislation and payroll compliance requirements
Experience working within a payroll bureau, accountancy practice, or multi-client environment (preferred)
Good understanding of workplace pensions and auto-enrolment administration
Excellent numerical accuracy and attention to detail
Experience using payroll software systems
Strong organisational and time-management skills
Excellent communication and client relationship skills
A proactive and collaborative approach to workWhat you'll get in return
A competitive salary and benefits package, including:

33 days annual leave including bank holidays
Birthday day off
Flexible working options
Enhanced family leave policies
Pension scheme
Life assurance
Employee assistance programme
Wellbeing support and employee benefits platform
Cycle to work scheme
Paid sick leave
Professional development and training opportunities
Study support where applicable
Career progression opportunities within a growing organisationWhat you need to do now
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