At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage payroll processes for diverse clients, ensuring accuracy and compliance with legislation.
- Company: Join a reputable accountancy firm known for its supportive and collaborative culture.
- Benefits: Enjoy a competitive salary, generous holiday, health cash plan, and career development opportunities.
- Other info: Engage in social events and volunteering opportunities while developing your expertise.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in payroll while working with a varied client base and a friendly team.
- Qualifications: Experience in payroll, strong numerical skills, and excellent attention to detail required.
About the Company
W Talent Finance is a specialist recruitment partner dedicated to placing high-calibre accounting professionals across both practice and commerce & industry markets worldwide. We are partnering with a well-established, multi-service accountancy and professional services firm with a strong regional presence and an excellent reputation for delivering trusted advice to businesses and individuals. The organisation promotes a people-focused environment built around shared values of professionalism, teamwork, and integrity.
The Role
As a Payroll Officer, you will join an established and experienced payroll team, taking responsibility for the accurate and timely processing of payrolls for a diverse portfolio of clients. You will play a key role in ensuring payrolls are delivered accurately, efficiently and in accordance with current legislation.
Key Responsibilities
- Process multiple client payrolls accurately and within agreed deadlines
- Manage payrolls from initial data input through to finalisation and submission
- Review payroll data and calculations, identifying and resolving discrepancies
- Calculate statutory payments, deductions, adjustments and payrolled benefits
- Process starters, leavers, salary changes, bonuses, overtime and other payroll amendments
- Prepare and distribute payslips and relevant payroll documentation
- Complete year-end payroll processes, including P60s and P11D-related requirements where applicable
- Complete and submit RTI returns to HMRC accurately and within statutory deadlines
- Deal directly with HMRC regarding PAYE, National Insurance and other payroll-related matters
- Respond to client payroll queries promptly and professionally, providing clear and accurate advice
- Keep up to date with changes to payroll legislation and ensure processes remain compliant
- Maintain accurate and confidential payroll records in accordance with company policies and data protection requirements
- Liaise effectively with clients and internal teams to ensure payroll information is received accurately and on time
- Identify and resolve payroll issues, escalating complex matters where appropriate
- Support the wider payroll team during busy periods and assist with process improvements
- Provide a high standard of client service at all times
About You
- Previous experience working in a payroll-focused role, ideally within an accountancy practice or professional services environment
- Strong understanding of UK payroll processes, PAYE and National Insurance
- Good knowledge of statutory payroll requirements and payroll legislation
- Experience processing multiple payrolls or working with a varied client portfolio would be advantageous
- Strong numerical and analytical skills with excellent attention to detail
- High level of accuracy and the ability to identify discrepancies
- Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines
- Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
- Confident dealing directly with clients and responding to payroll queries
- Good IT skills, particularly Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications
- Experience using payroll software and accounting systems
- Ability to work independently while contributing effectively to a wider team
- Proactive, reliable and committed to delivering a high standard of work
- A professional and client-focused approach
- Commitment to maintaining confidentiality and handling sensitive payroll information appropriately
What's on Offer
- Competitive salary of £32,000
- 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, with the option to purchase additional days
- Pension scheme
- Health Cash Plan (Level 1)
- Life assurance at 4x salary
- Eye test support
- Ongoing professional development and career progression opportunities
- Social events and staff engagement activities
- Volunteering opportunities
- Employee discounts across a range of professional and personal services
- Supportive and collaborative working environment
- Opportunity to work with a diverse portfolio of clients and develop your payroll expertise
Payroll Officer in Rotherham employer: W Talent
W Talent is an exceptional employer that values its employees by offering a dynamic work culture and opportunities for professional growth within the property sector. With a focus on compliance and high standards, employees are empowered to make impactful decisions while enjoying the flexibility of a field-based role across the vibrant South Mids/North London region. The company fosters collaboration with internal teams and external contractors, ensuring a supportive environment where innovative solutions thrive.
