Payroll Associate Location: Newport Position: Permanent, full time Salary - Negotiable Due to continued growth, our client are seeking a talented Payroll Associate to join their team. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a dynamic and supportive environment and contribute to the success of a growing practice. The Position: Reporting to the Payroll Manager, you will be responsible for: Processing weekly, fortnightly, four-weekly, and monthly payrolls for a variety of clients using Sage Payroll. Managing Bacs payments and submitting HMRC returns. Uploading pension data to pension providers. Completing year-end submissions. Handling client payroll queries. Providing holiday cover for the Payroll Manager. Person Specification: Essential Criteria: Minimum of 3 years of experience in payroll processing within an accountancy practice. Proven experience in running multiple client payrolls in a bureau environment. Proficiency in Sage Payroll. Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, Outlook). Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to work effectively as part of a team and independently. Strong organizational and time management skills. A proactive and problem-solving approach. Desirable Criteria: Experience with other payroll software (e.g., Xero). Presentation skills. Flexibility and ability to work under pressure. Benefits: Competitive salary and benefits package. Opportunities for professional development and career advancement. Supportive and collaborative work environment. 30 days holiday (including bank holidays) In house Gym Next steps: If this sounds like the opportunity for you and you are an authentic, passionate Audit and Accounts Manager please call Hannah Dolan on (phone number removed) or email, or click Apply to upload your CV for consideration We look forward to hearing from you. If this job is not quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, as a specialist Accountancy & Finance Recruiter, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. Autograph Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers