Payroll SeniorLocation: Leeds or Sheffield (flexible office base)
Job Type: Permanent
Salary: £30,000 – £34,000 (DOE)
Hours: Full-time, 37.5 hours per week (flexible to 30 hours for the right candidate)
Working Pattern: Hybrid – 1 day working from home
About the RoleAn established accountancy firm is seeking an experienced Payroll Senior to join its payroll team. The successful candidate will manage a portfolio of payroll clients from start to finish, delivering a high-quality, accurate, and compliant service across a range of payrolls and workplace pension schemes.
This role is suited to a proactive individual who can work independently, manage deadlines effectively, and communicate with a wide range of stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities*Managing a portfolio of payroll clients end-to-end
*Processing payrolls and BACS payments accurately and on time
*Administering workplace pension schemes
*Liaising with HMRC on payroll matters
*Setting up new payroll clients and onboarding processes
*Completing advanced payroll tasks, including pension setup, PAYE scheme closures, and payroll analysis
*Handling payroll queries from clients, employees, and internal teams
*Supporting managers with reporting and payroll-related queries
*Assisting with training and development of junior payroll team members
Additional Duties*Maintaining accurate payroll records and internal systems
*Handling ad hoc queries and supporting the wider team
*Completing analysis work using Excel and Word
*Supporting the Payroll Manager with organisational tasks
*Contributing to process improvements and making recommendations
Skills, Experience & QualificationsEssential*Proven payroll experience within a bureau environment
*Ability to work independently and manage workload under pressure
*Strong organisational and communication skills
*Confident liaising with clients, employees, and colleagues
*High level of accuracy and attention to detail
*Good literacy and numeracy skills
*GCSEs in Maths and English (A–C or equivalent)
Desirable*CIPP qualification (or working towards)
*Experience using BrightPay payroll software
Personal Attributes*Professional and approachable manner
*Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
*Positive, proactive attitude
*Willingness to learn and develop
Benefits*Medicash healthcare plan
*Subsidised gym membership
*Enhanced sick pay
*Death in service benefit (4x salary)
*Employee Assistance Programme
*Buy and sell holiday scheme
*Interest-free season ticket loan
*Professional subscription fees paid
*Contributory pension scheme
*Employee and client referral scheme
*Social committee and regular events