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An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Payroll Executive to join the specialist payroll team of an established accountancy firm in Stockport. This opportunity is with an established accountancy and business advisory firm providing a broad range of professional services to clients across different sectors. The payroll department supports a varied portfolio of businesses, delivering a professional, accurate and reliable outsourced payroll service. You'll join a collaborative and supportive team where colleagues share knowledge, work closely together and take pride in delivering an excellent service to their clients. The firm places a strong emphasis on employee wellbeing, personal development and providing opportunities for individuals to build long-term careers. This would particularly suit someone who enjoys the variety and challenges of working in a payroll bureau and is looking for a stable, rewarding opportunity within a supportive professional environment.
- Manage the end-to-end payroll process for a portfolio of clients, ensuring accurate and timely processing.
- Process weekly, fortnightly and monthly payrolls for businesses of varying sizes and sectors.
- Calculate statutory payments including SSP, SMP and other deductions and entitlements.
- Administer workplace pensions and ensure compliance with auto-enrolment requirements.
- Prepare and submit payroll information to HMRC, ensuring compliance with PAYE and RTI requirements.
- Process year-end payroll reporting and relevant statutory documentation.
- Carry out payroll reconciliations, validation checks and peer reviews to maintain accuracy.
- Respond to client payroll queries, providing clear and professional advice.
- Liaise with HMRC, pension providers and other third parties where necessary.
- Maintain accurate payroll records and ensure compliance with current payroll legislation.
- Work collaboratively with the wider payroll team to ensure client deadlines are consistently met.
- Previous experience working within an accountancy practice payroll department or outsourced payroll bureau is essential.
- At least 12 months' payroll processing experience within a busy, client-focused environment.
- Proven experience managing multiple client payrolls with different pay frequencies and deadlines.
- Strong understanding of end-to-end payroll processing, PAYE, National Insurance and statutory payments.
- Good working knowledge of workplace pensions and auto-enrolment requirements.
- Ability to perform manual payroll calculations when required.
- Experience dealing directly with multiple clients and responding to payroll enquiries. xgikmsk
- Excellent attention to detail, organisational skills and the ability to meet competing deadlines.
- A proactive, professional approach with a strong commitment to delivering Please click on the apply button to read the full job description
