Payroll Administrator

We are looking for an experienced Payroll Administrator / Finance Administrator to join our team on a part-time basis. This is a predominantly payroll-focused position, with additional finance administration duties. The successful candidate will be confident running payroll accurately and independently within a busy practice environment.

Role details

• Hours: 20 hours per week
• Working pattern: Five days per week, four hours per day
• Salary: £26,000–£28,000 full-time equivalent, depending on experience (paid pro rata)

Key responsibilities

• Process client payrolls accurately and on time across weekly, fortnightly and monthly pay cycles
• Calculate statutory payments, deductions, pensions, holiday pay and other payroll adjustments
• Prepare and submit Real Time Information returns to HMRC
• Manage starters, leavers, payroll changes and year-end processes
• Respond professionally to payroll queries from clients and employees
• Maintain accurate payroll records and ensure deadlines are met
• Support routine finance administration, including bookkeeping, reconciliations and maintaining financial records

About you

• Previous experience running payroll within an accountancy practice or payroll bureau is essential
• Sound knowledge of UK payroll legislation, HMRC requirements and workplace pensions
• Strong numerical skills and excellent attention to detail
• Organised, reliable and able to manage recurring deadlines
• Confident communicating with clients and handling confidential information
• Comfortable working independently while contributing to a supportive team

Desirable experience

• Experience using Xero for bookkeeping or finance administration
• Knowledge of BrightPay payroll software and familiarity with pension software used in a practice environment

What we offer

• A consistent part-time schedule across five days
• A varied role with payroll as the primary focus
• Salary of £26,000–£28,000 full-time equivalent, subject to experience and paid pro rata
• The opportunity to use and develop wider finance administration skills

How to apply

If you have hands-on payroll experience in a practice and are looking for a focused part-time role, we would be pleased to hear from you. Please apply with your CV and a brief note outlining your relevant payroll experience and availability

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