Payroll Officer

About the Role

Join a reputable and supportive accountancy firm in Beverley as a Payroll Officer, where you will be entrusted with managing diverse payroll processes for a range of clients. This permanent full-time position offers a salary between £35,000 and £40,000 and an opportunity to strengthen your payroll expertise while cultivating enduring client relationships.

Key Responsibilities

• Handle payroll cycles including weekly, fortnightly, four-weekly, and monthly for various clients.
• Manage both straightforward and intricate payroll needs effectively.
• Assist in onboarding new clients and setting up their payroll systems.
• Maintain precise payroll and employee documentation.
• Process statutory payments such as Statutory Sick Pay (SSP), Statutory Maternity Pay (SMP), and Statutory Paternity Pay (SPP).
• Oversee RTI submissions, issue P45s, and ensure compliance with auto-enrolment pension schemes.
• Provide support for Construction Industry Scheme requirements when applicable.
• Generate comprehensive payroll reports and management information for clients.
• Address client queries with professionalism and responsiveness.
• Foster strong relationships with clients and internal team members.
• Ensure timely and accurate completion of payroll tasks within agreed deadlines.

Candidate Requirements

• Minimum two years experience in payroll management from start to finish.
• Proven skills in payroll administration and report generation.
• Solid understanding of UK payroll legislation including RTI, SSP, SMP, SPP, P45, and pension auto-enrolment.
• Familiarity with payroll software such as Sage, BrightPay, and Xero.
• Excellent client service and communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational competencies.
• Ability to work autonomously and prioritize competing deadlines.
• Positive, eager to learn, and committed to delivering exceptional client services.

Additional Information

The ideal candidate will exemplify professionalism, reliability, and a collaborative spirit, aiming to provide outstanding payroll services in an established accounting environment.