Payroll Officer

Payroll Officer
£32-37,000
Ripley
Permanent, full-time

Are you an experienced payroll professional looking to join a growing, dynamic company?

Our client is looking for a Payroll Officer to join their friendly, fast-paced payroll bureau team.

In this role, you will be responsible for delivering high-quality end-to-end payroll services to a portfolio of clients across multiple sectors. You will also support auto-enrolment pension duties and provide outstanding communication and support to clients on payroll and pension-related matters.

Key Responsibilities:

• End-to-end payroll processing for a variety of clients (including starters, leavers, adjustments, bonuses, statutory payments, etc.)
• Administration of auto-enrolment pensions including setup, uploads, contribution reporting and ongoing compliance
• First point of contact for client queries related to payroll and pensions – via phone and email
• Manage multiple payroll frequencies (weekly, fortnightly and mainly monthly)
• Submission of RTI and year-end returns to HMRC
• Produce payslips, P45s, P60s and other statutory documents
• Maintain accurate client payroll records and documentation
• Ensure all payroll tasks are completed in line with internal deadlines and statutory obligations
• Liaise with HMRC and pension providers where needed
• Support the management team with internal process improvements and client onboarding

Requirements:

• Proven experience in a payroll bureau or multi-client payroll environment
• Strong understanding of PAYE, NIC, statutory payments and pension auto-enrolment
• Excellent communication and client service skills
• High attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple deadlines
• Confident using payroll software (experience with BrightPay, Xero Payroll, QuickBooks, Moneysoft or similar is advantageous)
• A recognised payroll qualification (CIPP or equivalent) is desirable but not essential
• Possibility to support professional development, including financial and study support towards gaining a formal payroll qualification
• This is a fantastic opportunity for a payroll professional who enjoys variety, working as part of a team, and building great client relationships.

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Copperfield Recruitment Ltd are acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy and are an equal opportunities employer.