Job Title: Senior Payroll Administrator
Location: Newton Abbot, Devon
Contract: Permanent, 37.5 hours per week
Salary: £24,000 to £30,000 – Depending on Experience
Puro Associates is excited to present a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Senior Payroll Administrator to join a dynamic team in Newton Abbot. Our client is looking for a highly motivated individual with a strong background in payroll processing within either an accountancy or bureau environment. As a Senior Payroll Administrator, you will be key in ensuring accurate and timely payroll operations for a diverse client base of approximately 450 clients, whilst maintaining compliance with the latest regulations.
If you're a skilled professional ready for a new challenge in payroll administration, where you can provide both hands-on support and leadership to a small team, we encourage you to apply for this exciting Senior Payroll Administrator position.
Role & Responsibilities:As a Senior Payroll Administrator, you will be responsible for a range of duties, including:
* Processing various payrolls, including BACS processing, HMRC submissions under RTI, pension processing, and auto-enrolment administration.
* Managing client relationships and liaising with HMRC to ensure smooth payroll operations.
* Handling complex payroll queries and providing second-line support for the payroll team.
* Administering Auto Enrolment setups and ensuring compliance for clients.
* Assisting with reporting and year-end procedures, ensuring all payroll functions are completed accurately and on time.
* Supporting the manager in mentoring and guiding junior staff members.
* Maintaining accurate payroll records and documentation.
* Staying updated on payroll legislation changes and ensuring compliance across the team.
* Addressing any issues that may impact the business or clients promptly and effectively.
Required Experience:To be considered for the Senior Payroll Administrator role, you will need:
* 3 to 4 years of payroll experience, ideally within an accountancy practice or bureau environment.
* Solid experience in running multiple pay runs, with a strong understanding of different pay structures, such as weekly, monthly, commission, bonuses, and ad-hoc changes.
* A proven ability to manage complex payroll queries and offer support to a team of payroll administrators.
* Experience in Auto Enrolment administration and processing.
Desired Skills:As a Senior Payroll Administrator, we are looking for individuals who have:
* Excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage your workload efficiently while ensuring client expectations are consistently exceeded.
* The ability to work independently and show initiative while being part of a team.
* Strong interpersonal and communication skills, enabling you to build solid client relationships.
* Familiarity with accounting software, such as Sage, QuickBooks, or Xero.
* Knowledge of accounts production software such as CCH is desirable but not essential.
Qualifications:
* 5 GCSEs at grades A-C (or equivalent 4-9), including Maths and English.
* CIPP qualification is desirable but not essential; we also welcome candidates who are qualified by experience.
Benefits:
* 20 days holiday, plus bank holidays.
* 1 additional holiday day for Christmas.
* An extra 0.5 days of holiday for each year of service.
* Flexible working hours (Flexi time).
* Medicash cash plan.
* Access to an online discount shopping portal.
* 24-hour employee helpline.
* Payment for one professional subscription per year.
* Fully funded training qualifications.
* Training bonuses for students.
* Parking permit salary sacrifice.
* Employee referral bonus of up to £1,500.
* Dress-down Fridays.
* Wellbeing team support.
If you are an experienced Senior Payroll Administrator looking for a new challenge in a supportive environment, we want to hear from you! Apply today through Puro Associates to take the next step in your payroll career.