Payroll Officer (part or full time)


Join a respected and growing accountancy firm with modern flexibility and traditional values.

Are you a detail-driven payroll professional who thrives on autonomy? We're looking for an experienced Payroller to join a welcoming team in Carlisle, where you’ll be responsible for the full payroll process across a portfolio of varied clients.

?? What You’ll Be Doing:

  • End-to-end processing of client payrolls (weekly, fortnightly, monthly) to tight deadlines.
  • Managing your own client portfolio with accuracy and professionalism.
  • Liaising with clients, HMRC, and internal teams to resolve payroll queries.
  • Keeping payroll and CIS records updated and compliant.
  • Preparing and submitting CIS returns.

?? Who We’re Looking For:

  • Payroll experience is essential—ideally in a bureau or multi-client environment.
  • Familiarity with cloud-based payroll software is preferred (Brightpay or similar).
  • Someone highly organised and capable of juggling priorities to meet deadlines.
  • A team player with a professional, client-focused approach.

?? Why Join Us?

You’ll be joining a supportive, friendly team within a modern, progressive accountancy practice. We offer flexibility, meaningful benefits, and genuine recognition for your work.

�? Benefits include:

  • 25 days annual leave, increasing 1 day per years’ service, up to 30 days (plus bank holidays)
  • Flexible working hours and TOIL scheme
  • 5% employer pension contribution
  • Private medical insurance
  • Life insurance - 4x your salary
  • On-site parking
  • Bonus scheme + client referral commission
  • Full training and support for your continued development

?? Full-time and part-time applications welcomed.

?? Location: Carlisle - Office-based (some flexibility available)

If you're looking for a fresh challenge where your expertise will be valued, and you’ll enjoy real work/life balance—we’d love to hear from you.

?? Apply now and join a team that values its people.

Deadline 12noon 25th June ’25.

Heidi Wright Recruitment Limited £29,000 - £30,000 per annum Carlisle