**About the Firm
We are a well-established and growing boutique accountancy practice based in Biggleswade. Our team of 15+ professionals is known for delivering tailored, high-quality support to a wide range of clients. We pride ourselves on building long-term relationships and providing a personalised, collaborative service.
**The Role
We are seeking a confident and proactive Payroll Supervisor / Manager to take full ownership of our client payroll function. This is a key role in the practice, offering the opportunity to manage a busy portfolio while supporting both clients and junior team members. It suits someone highly organised, detail-focused, and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment.
**Key Responsibilities
- Manage end-to-end payroll for 300-350 client payrolls each month (weekly, fortnightly, and monthly runs)
- Oversee and mentor junior payroll staff as required
- Ensure all payrolls are processed accurately and on schedule, including HMRC submissions (RTI, FPS, EPS)
- Handle pension submissions, auto-enrolment compliance, and statutory payments (SSP, SMP, SPP)
- Respond to client queries and provide guidance on payroll compliance, PAYE, and NIC
- Work closely with the accountancy team to support client needs
- Prepare P45s, P60s, and complete year-end reporting
- Stay up to date with payroll legislation, particularly relevant to practice environments
**About You
- CIPP part- or fully-qualified, or AAT-qualified with a strong payroll background
- Experience in an accountancy practice or payroll bureau is essential
- Confident user of BrightPay (or similar payroll software)
- Solid understanding of payroll legislation, RTI, and auto-enrolment
- Self-starter able to manage workloads independently
- Strong communication skills and comfortable liaising with clients