Payroll Administrator
16 days ago
Huddersfield
Payroll Administrator – 12-Month Fixed-Term Contract We're working with a well-established accountancy practice that is seeking a Payroll Administrator to join their team on a 12-month fixed-term contract, ideally starting in January. This is a fantastic opportunity to manage payrolls for approximately 150 clients, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and excellent client service. The practice is open to both full-time and part-time applicants, with a minimum commitment of 24 hours per week. If you're applying for a full-time position, you'll also assist with bookkeeping tasks, such as preparing journals. Key Responsibilities • Prepare and process payrolls for a diverse client base, • Calculate wages, bonuses, overtime, and statutory payments (SMP, SSP, SPP), • Manage PAYE, NI, and pension contributions, • Handle starters, leavers, and payroll queries, • Submit RTI reports and liaise with HMRC, • Process BACS payments and issue relevant tax forms, • Advise clients on payroll matters and legislative changes, • Assist with payrolling benefits and P11Ds, • Perform ad hoc administrative duties as required, • (Full-time only) Support bookkeeping tasks including journal entries Skills & Experience • Strong understanding of PAYE, NI, Auto Enrolment, and statutory payments, • Experience using payroll software (e.g., Sage, BrightPay, Xero), • Excellent numeracy, accuracy, and time management skills, • Ability to work independently and as part of a team, • Previous experience in an accountancy practice is highly desirable, • A collaborative and professional working environment, • Exposure to a wide variety of clients and payroll scenarios, • Flexible working hours and part-time options, • Full training and onboarding support What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. # 4724757