We are delighted to be partnering with a medium sized, Cumbria based accountancy firm, to appoint a key role within the payroll team. Working in a team of 3 and reporting directly to an experienced and highly personable Payroll Manager within an autonomous payroll bureau, this is a great opportunity to join a professional and friendly business in an environment which you are encouraged and appreciated. A permanent, full time role, however the option is there for reduced flexible hours and hybrid working, should that be desired by the applicant. You can be based in either their Cockermouth or Carlisle office, with a balance of home working also. With an attractive salary, up to £30,000 and good benefits package this role would be suitable to someone who enjoys working with the latest cloud based payroll software, a minimum of 2 years in a payroll position and with up to date knowledge of payroll and pensions regulations.
Core Responsibilities:
- Managing and executing weekly, monthly and annual payrolls for a portfolio of clients
- Processing associated RTI submissions, pension contributions and weekly, monthly and annual statutory reporting
- Managing pension schemes including TPR reporting, re-enrolment processing and contributions filing
- Processing SSP, SMP, holiday pay, payrolled benefits and all deductions including salary sacrifice and deduction from earnings orders
- Processing year-end submissions, P60 distribution and year start processes
- Monthly CIS processing and submission for both deducted and suffered
- Generating and integrating journals into client accounting systems using QuickBooks and Xero
- Ensuring timely compliance with all payroll deadlines by managing workload and prioritising effectively
- Handling client queries and resolving issues to maintain exceptional service levels
Skills and experience required for this role:
- Minimum of two years' experience of high-volume payroll processing, ideally within an accountancy practice or payroll bureau
- Have up-to-date knowledge of payroll and pension regulations including SSP, SMP, holiday pay, pension, year end and year start processes
- Working knowledge of Brightpay payroll software (desirable)
- Excellent attention to detail with the ability to demonstrate a systematic and procedural approach
- IT proficiency, specifically use of Microsoft Office, spreadsheets and shared drives in a professional setting
- Demonstrated ability of working within a people-focused business
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to communicate professionally with colleagues and clients
Salary & Benefits being offered in return:
- Competitive salary based on skills and experience
- 25 days holiday plus bank holidays (26 after 5 years)
- Birthdays off (in addition to holiday allowance)
- Smart/casual dress code
- Flexitime/Part time hours considered/ Hybrid working
- Bonus for new client introductions
- Friendly team/staff socials
To find out more please get in touch via phone or email or apply direct today.