Location: Watford
Salary: Dependent on experience and qualifications
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
About the Firm:
A well-established and growing accountancy practice in Watford is looking for a Payroll Administrator to join their team. This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a professional and friendly firm, supporting a diverse client base with payroll services.
Key Responsibilities:
* Oversee and process weekly, monthly, and quarterly payrolls, ensuring accuracy and efficiency.
* Manage end-to-end payroll duties, including:
Processing starters and leavers
Maintaining employee records and personal data
Calculating statutory payments (sick pay, maternity/paternity pay)
Handling termination payments and payments after leaving
* Arrange BACs payroll payments, including salaries, tax liabilities, and third-party deductions.
* Generate, file, and maintain payroll reports electronically.
* Ensure compliance with payroll regulations, keeping up to date with statutory changes.
* Work within agreed processing timelines to meet client deadlines.
* Respond to payroll queries and assist with ad-hoc payroll-related tasks.
What We’re Looking For:
Experience: At least 2 years of payroll experience, ideally within an accountancy practice or a high-volume payroll department.
Software Knowledge: Familiarity with payroll systems (experience with Star Payroll is advantageous).
Excel Skills: Comfortable using Excel for payroll calculations and reporting.
Client-Focused: Strong customer service skills with a proactive approach to client queries.
Attention to Detail: High accuracy and excellent organisational skills.
Communication Skills: Clear and professional verbal and written communication.
Team Player: Ability to build and maintain strong working relationships.
Benefits & Perks:
Annual Christmas Bonus (equivalent to one week’s salary)
Salary Sacrifice Pension Scheme – Employer 5% | Employee 3% (auto-enrolment, subject to eligibility)
Private Medical Insurance (after 3 months – taxable benefit)
Death in Service Cover (4x salary)
Group Income Protection Scheme (after 3 months)
Annual Leave: 25 days per year (pro-rata) – 3 days typically taken over Christmas/New Year
Working Hours & Requirements:
Full-time: Monday – Friday, standard office hours
Must have Right to Work in the UK
If you're a payroll professional looking for a new challenge in a supportive and growing firm, we’d love to hear from you!
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