Client Payroll Specialist

The role of Client Payroll Specialist involves managing end-to-end UK payrolls across multiple frequencies, ensuring accurate and timely delivery for a diverse client base. It offers the opportunity to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment, handling payroll queries, HMRC submissions, and supporting colleagues while delivering a first-class service.

Client Details

This role is with a medium-sized organisation in the business services industry, based in Leatherhead, known for delivering tailored solutions to its clients. The company has a strong focus on professionalism and accuracy within its accounting and finance operations.

Description

The key responsibilities of Client Payroll Specialist will include:

• Manage end-to-end UK payroll processing across multiple frequencies (weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual) for a diverse client base.
• Ensure accurate calculations of statutory payments (SSP, SMP, etc.) and compliance with HMRC requirements, including RTI submissions.
• Process BACS payments and provide clients with accurate payroll reports, payslips, and payment instructions.
• Act as a point of contact for client payroll queries, including terminations, pensions, benefits, and PAYE issues.
• Support colleagues with payroll delivery, contribute to team knowledge, and assist with ad hoc payroll-related projects.

Profile

A successful Client Payroll Specialist should have:

• Strong payroll experience within a bureau.
• Solid knowledge of UK payroll legislation and HMRC requirements.
• Proficiency in payroll software and strong Microsoft Excel skills.
• Excellent organisational skills and high attention to detail.
• A proactive approach to problem-solving and driving process improvements.
• Strong communication skills to build effective relationships with clients and colleagues.

Job Offer

The role of Client Payroll Specialist offers a competitive salary of £35,000 - £40,000 per annum, plus:

• Gain broad payroll experience working with a diverse client base in a bureau environment.
• Join a supportive and collaborative team with opportunities to develop technical expertise.
• Work in a professional, structured environment with exposure to modern payroll systems and processes