Payroll Administrator - Firm of Accountants - Lichfield

Salary – £26000 -£30000 DOE

Hours - Monday to Friday, 30-35 hours per week with flexible working

About the Senior Payroll Administrator role

Our client has an exciting opportunity available for a Senior Payroll Administrator in Lichfield

This role is open to candidates looking for either part time or full time, 30 hours per week minimum or 35 hours per week for full time.

The ideal candidate for this role will have the ability to manage the entire payroll process from start to finish, including RTI filing, pension uploads and generating reports for payments and third-party entities, ensuring a seamless and efficient service is provided throughout to foster and maintain strong client relationships.

Key responsibilities of a Senior Payroll Administrator will include:

• Collaborate with clients to ensure seamless flow and maintenance of employee data, fostering strong relationships and delivering exceptional service
• Manage the entire payroll process from start to finish, including RTI filing, pension uploads, and generating reports for payments and third-party entities
• Maintain meticulous records and a robust document control system, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and a full audit trail of input
• Stay up to date with company policies and tax legislation impacting payroll, ensuring adherence and compliance at all times
• Prepare and submit CIS submissions

About you

We are looking for candidates with the following skills and experience:

• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in a similar role, ideally in firm of accountants or Bureau
• Proven experience in managing payroll for multiple clients, ideally within a practice
• Ability to generate and interpret payroll reports for both internal and client use, ensuring accuracy in reporting earnings, deductions, taxes, and pensions
• Proficient in preparing payslips, year-end reports, and other payroll document
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to clearly explain complex payroll concepts and regulations to clients. Adept at building and maintaining relationships, providing clear instructions, and addressing client concerns with professionalism
• Strong focus on accuracy with a keen eye for detail while ensuring tasks are completed efficiently

Full benefits available for the Senior Payroll Administrator:

• car parking
• client introductory bonus scheme
• Competitive Salary
• Flexible Working/Working from home