Payroll Officer (Accountancy Practice)
Salary: £31,000 per annum
Location: Cannock (Office-Based)
Contract Type: Full Time, Permanent
Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00am–5:00pm or 8:30am–4:30pm
Our client, a well-established accountancy practice based in Cannock, is seeking an experienced Payroll Specialist to join their team. This is a permanent, office-based position offering a competitive salary and the opportunity to work in a supportive and professional environment.
The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering accurate, compliant, and timely payroll services to approximately 250 clients. This is a full start-to-finish role requiring strong technical knowledge, excellent organisational skills, and proven experience working within an accountancy practice.
Key Responsibilities
* Manage end-to-end payroll processing for a portfolio of around 250 clients.
* Submit pension contributions and ensure compliance with auto-enrolment.
* Process and calculate CIS payments.
* Generate and provide payroll reports to clients.
* Administer statutory payments and deductions, including SSP, SMP, SPP, and NI.
* Ensure accurate and timely submissions to HMRC.
* Respond to and resolve payroll queries from clients.
* Maintain up-to-date and accurate payroll records.
* Assist with year-end processes including P60s and P11Ds.
Candidate Requirements
* Essential: Payroll experience gained within an accountancy practice.
* Strong understanding of payroll legislation, pensions, and CIS requirements.
* Proficient in Sage Line 50 Payroll.
* Good working knowledge of Excel (including formulas and reporting).
* Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
* Ability to manage multiple deadlines and client needs.
* Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
Job Ref: EN980
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