Payroll Administrator / Payroll Officer
Location: Stockton-on-Tees
Type: Full-Time / Permanent
We are looking for an experienced Payroll professional to join our busy and supportive payroll team. You will manage a portfolio of clients’ payrolls from start to finish, ensuring accurate and timely processing while providing excellent client service.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Register PAYE schemes with HMRC and maintain client payroll records
2. Process client payrolls, including starters, leavers, adjustments, and statutory payments
3. Handle 3rd party forms, including Attachment of Earnings Orders
4. Produce and review payroll reports, manage P45s, and provide payroll journals
5. Manage auto-enrolment processes and advise clients on payroll legislation
6. Ensure accurate client invoicing and maintain departmental payroll files
7. Keep up to date with professional standards and CPD requirements
8. Support the overall workload of the payroll department and adhere to best practices
Skills and Experience:
Essential:
9. Experience working in a busy, end-to-end payroll environment
10. Excellent mathematical ability and attention to detail
11. Strong organisational skills and ability to meet tight deadlines
12. Competent with Microsoft Excel and good IT skills
13. Strong verbal and written communication skills
14. Ability to build positive relationships with clients and colleagues
15. Flexible, proactive, and a strong team player
Desirable:
16. Experience using IRIS Payroll Professional (formerly Star Payroll)
17. Experience with manual PAYE calculations
18. Strong decision-making skills
19. Desire to develop a career in payroll
20. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys taking ownership of their work, delivering accurate payroll services, and developing their career in payroll within a supportive team.