Payroll in Newport

Overview

As a Payroll Associate, you will process multi-client payrolls using Sage Payroll, manage Bacs payments and HMRC submissions, and upload pension data. You will provide year-end submissions support and handle client payroll queries within a growing practice. Reporting to the Payroll Manager, you’ll cover holiday leave and collaborate with the team to ensure accurate, timely payroll services. This role offers a dynamic, supportive environment with opportunities for professional development and career progression.

Pay / Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Professional development and career advancement
• Supportive and collaborative work environment
• 30 days holiday (including bank holidays)
• In house Gym

Responsibilities

• Process weekly, fortnightly, four-weekly and monthly client payrolls using Sage Payroll
• Manage Bacs payments and submit HMRC returns
• Upload pension data to pension providers
• Complete year-end submissions
• Handle client payroll queries
• Provide holiday cover for the Payroll Manager

Key requirements

• Minimum of 3 years of payroll processing experience in an accountancy practice
• Proven experience running multiple client payrolls in a bureau environment
• Proficiency in Sage Payroll
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work both in a team and independently
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Proactive and problem-solving approach

• Excellent communication
• Team collaboration
• Time management
• Sage Payroll
• Bacs payments
• HMRC submissions