At a Glance
- Tasks: Process payrolls for diverse clients and ensure deadlines are met with top-notch service.
- Company: Join a well-established Accountancy Practice with a supportive team culture.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, pension scheme, ongoing training, and career progression opportunities.
- Other info: Dynamic role with excellent growth potential in a collaborative setting.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in a fast-paced environment while honing your payroll skills.
- Qualifications: 2-3 years of payroll experience and strong communication skills required.
We are working with one of our well-established Accountancy Practice clients who are looking to recruit an experienced Payroll Clerk to join their busy Payroll Bureau team. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced payroll professional who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment, managing multiple client payrolls, and delivering an accurate, high-quality service. You'll be responsible for processing end-to-end payrolls for a varied portfolio of clients, ensuring all deadlines are met while providing excellent customer service.
What You'll Be Doing as a Payroll Clerk:
- Processing end-to-end weekly, fortnightly and monthly payrolls for a portfolio of clients
- Managing multiple client payrolls simultaneously, ensuring all payroll deadlines are met
- Processing starters, leavers, P45s and P60s
- Completing RTI submissions to HMRC accurately and on time
- Administering auto-enrolment pensions, including pension uploads (NEST, People's Pension, Aviva and similar providers)
- Calculating SSP, SMP, SPP, SAP, holiday pay, student loans and statutory deductions
- Processing Attachment of Earnings Orders, Court Orders and CIS deductions where applicable
- Completing payroll reconciliations and year-end payroll procedures
- Resolving payroll queries and liaising directly with clients and HMRC
- Maintaining accurate payroll records while ensuring GDPR compliance and confidentiality
- Using payroll software to process payrolls accurately and efficiently
What We're Looking For as a Payroll Clerk:
- Previous experience within an Accountancy Practice or Payroll Bureau environment
- A minimum of 2-3 years' payroll experience managing multiple client payrolls
- Strong knowledge of end-to-end payroll processing and current payroll legislation
- Experience with RTI submissions, pensions, statutory payments and payroll reconciliations
- Excellent communication skills with the confidence to build strong relationships with clients
- Experience using payroll software such as BrightPay, Sage 50 Payroll, Xero Payroll, Moneysoft, Iris Payroll, Staffology or QuickBooks Payroll
- Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise workloads and work to strict payroll deadlines
- High level of accuracy, attention to detail and a proactive approach to problem solving
- CIPP qualification (or studying towards), AAT or payroll qualifications would be advantageous but are not essential
Benefits on Offer:
- Salary of £32,000 - £37,000
- Company pension scheme
- Ongoing training and professional development
- Supportive and collaborative working environment
- Career progression opportunities within a growing Accountancy Practice
Payroll Clerk in Manchester employer: Recruitment Solutions (NW) Ltd
Join a dynamic and supportive team at a growing UK-based manufacturing business, where your role as an Installation Technician will not only involve hands-on work but also provide opportunities for personal and professional growth. With full training provided, competitive pay, and benefits such as a company pension and travel expenses, you'll thrive in a culture that values reliability, teamwork, and a commitment to excellence. Experience the satisfaction of making a difference in various environments while enjoying the flexibility and camaraderie of a dedicated workforce.
Contact Details:
Recruitment Solutions (NW) Ltd Recruitment Team
