Payroll Administrator in North Shields

Streets is a modern, forward-thinking accountancy practice with over 40 offices across the UK and growing. We combine the expertise of a national firm with the collaborative, people-first culture of a close-knit practice. Our team supports an impressive variety of clients, from entrepreneurial start-ups to established companies, charities, and family businesses.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic, fast-growing payroll bureau at Street’s, a leading accountancy and business advisory firm. As a Payroll Administrator, you will be responsible for processing all aspects of payroll from start to finish for a diverse range of clients. This includes the accurate payment of salaries, the administration of statutory allowances, and managing auto-enrolment pension schemes. You will play a vital role in ensuring payroll is delivered efficiently and compliantly, while maintaining strong, positive client relationships. With Street’s ambitious growth plans, this role offers a chance to contribute to the success of a rapidly expanding business.

Key Responsibilities

• Process weekly, fortnightly, four-weekly and monthly payrolls for a varied client portfolio.
• Administer workplace pensions, including new starter assessments and regulatory submissions.
• Prepare PAYE summaries and support clients with payroll and HMRC-related queries.
• Set up PAYE schemes and maintain accurate payroll records.
• Process subcontractor payments and CIS submissions.
• Administer employee benefits, including P11D and Benefit in Kind reporting.
• Deliver excellent client service through professional telephone and email support.

Key Skills, Qualifications & Experience

• Experience within an accountancy practice, payroll bureau or professional services environment.
• Knowledge of CIS and subcontractor payments.
• Experience with payroll software such as BrightPay, Sage Payroll, IRIS Payroll or Moneysoft.
• Experience preparing P11Ds and administering employee benefits.
• Knowledge of GDPR and payroll data security requirements.

Personal qualities we are looking for:

• Ability to develop trusting relationships with clients and colleagues, demonstrating professionalism, reliability, and genuine care.
• Forward-thinking approach, keen to challenge the norm and suggest improvements that deliver smarter outcomes.
• Confidence in owning workstreams, taking responsibility for quality and accuracy while escalating issues appropriately.
• Collaborative mindset, contributing to a supportive team culture and sharing knowledge to help colleagues succeed.
• Desire to support growth, actively building technical expertise while also mentoring more junior team members where appropriate.
• Organised and proactive, able to manage workloads independently while balancing multiple client commitments.
• Clear communicator, able to present financial information in a way that builds understanding and trust.
• Resilient and adaptable, maintaining focus and professionalism when faced with challenges or deadlines.
• Strong sense of commitment to clients, acting as a dependable part of their extended team and invested in their success.

What we offer you

• The opportunity to be part of a collaborative and progressive team.
• 20 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Workplace pension.
• Employee benefits scheme offering discounts from hundreds of retailers.
• Access to an Employee Assistance Programme (EAP).
• This is a part time office based role. Potentially 18 – 25 hours per week.

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