Payroll Administrator

Payroll Administrator Beaconsfield, Buckinghamshire Competitive Salary + Benefits | Hybrid Working | Permanent| £33-£35k Are you an experienced Payroll Administrator looking for your next opportunity within a growing and ambitious accountancy practice? Our client, a leading independent accountancy firm with over 100 professionals and a place among the UKs Top 100 accountancy firms, is looking to appoint a Payroll Administrator to join their friendly and supportive team in Beaconsfield. Following a recent merger with a specialist advisory firm, the business continues to grow, creating exciting opportunities for career development and progression. This is an excellent opportunity to join a collaborative team where your contribution will be recognised, your professional development supported, and your career encouraged to flourish. Youll work with a varied portfolio of clients across multiple sectors, delivering an exceptional payroll service while developing your technical expertise within a highly respected firm. The Role As a Payroll Administrator, you will be responsible for managing a portfolio of client payrolls, ensuring all payrolls are processed accurately and on time while delivering excellent client service. Working alongside an experienced payroll team, youll also support Auto-Enrolment administration and build strong relationships with clients across a wide range of industries. Key Responsibilities Payroll Duties * Processing and managing weekly, fortnightly, four-weekly and monthly payrolls for a diverse client portfolio. * Setting up new starters and processing leavers. * Processing salary amendments and maintaining accurate employee records. * Managing payrolls from receipt of client information through to completion. * Producing and issuing payslips, P45s and payroll reports. * Ensuring payroll information is accurate and fully up to date. * Reconciling HMRC accounts and liaising directly with HMRC on behalf of clients. * Handling day-to-day payroll queries and requesting information from clients where required. * Ensuring payrolls are reviewed by senior team members where appropriate. * Working collaboratively with colleagues and seeking guidance when required. Auto-Enrolment * Managing Auto-Enrolment responsibilities for multiple clients. * Reviewing staging dates and communicating requirements to clients. * Producing employee communications and letters. * Processing Auto-Enrolment through KeyPay. * Preparing and uploading pension files to relevant providers and middleware portals. * Reconciling pension payments. * Completing Auto-Enrolment set-up using The Pensions Regulator portal. Administration * Maintaining accurate client records and payroll databases. * Scanning and filing payroll documentation. * Completing timesheets accurately and within deadlines. * Updating payroll procedures where required. * Supporting the wider payroll team. * Liaising with clients to obtain and clarify payroll information. About You You will have: * A minimum of two years payroll bureau or accountancy practice experience. * Experience managing multiple client payrolls. * Strong knowledge of PAYE, National Insurance, SSP, SMP and statutory payroll legislation. * Good understanding of Auto-Enrolment legislation and pension processes. * Experience using payroll software such as KeyPay (advantageous). * Excellent communication and client relationship skills. * Strong organisational and time management abilities. * High levels of accuracy and attention to detail. * The ability to prioritise workloads and meet deadlines. * Confidence working independently and using your own initiative. * GCSE Maths (Grade C/4 or above) or equivalent. * Good IT skills and confidence using Microsoft Office. The Offer * Competitive salary and benefits package. * Hybrid working with flexible working arrangements. * 23 days holiday plus bank holidays. * Option to purchase up to five additional days annual leave. * Additional holiday awarded for long service. * Employee Assistance Programme. * Medicash Health Plan. * Enhanced family leave. * Death in Service (4x salary after probation). * Auto-Enrolment Pension Scheme. * Paid parking expenses. * Employee Referral Scheme. * Annual Volunteer Day. * Flu and eye care vouchers. * Annual financial advice. * Monthly in-house massage sessions. * Modern offices just a two-minute walk from Beaconsfield Station with excellent access to the M40. * Genuine opportunities for long-term career progression within a growing Top 100 accountancy practice. J-18808-Ljbffr