Payroll Administrator – Accountancy Practice
Location: Uckfield, East Sussex
Salary: £28,000 – £32,000 (depending on experience)
Job Type: Full Time, Permanent
Are you a detail-driven payroll professional with bureau experience looking to join a supportive and close-knit team? This is an excellent opportunity to further your career within a dynamic and reputable accountancy practice environment.
Our client – a well-established firm known for their friendly culture and client-focused service – is seeking an experienced Payroll Administrator to join their busy team. This is a fantastic role for someone who thrives in a varied position managing multiple payrolls and enjoys working in a collaborative and fast-paced setting.
Key Responsibilities:
Managing end-to-end payroll processing for a portfolio of clients (weekly, fortnightly, and monthly payrolls)
Liaising with clients to collect, verify, and process payroll data
Producing and reconciling payroll reports, payslips, and journals
Handling PAYE reconciliations and preparing BACS files
Administering auto-enrolment and pension submissions to providers and The Pensions Regulator
Dealing with HMRC and client queries confidently and efficiently
Uploading pension scheme returns and handling changes in member status
About You:
Essential Skills & Experience:
Previous experience working in a payroll bureau or accountancy practice environment
Strong understanding of payroll legislation and the ability to manually calculate PAYE, NI, pensions, and statutory payments
Knowledge of SSP, statutory family leave, and salary sacrifice schemes
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (particularly Excel)
Highly organised, accurate, and able to work to deadlines in a busy setting
A proactive, adaptable team player
Experience with payroll software is required – training will be provided on the firm’s system (currently PayCircle).
This is a deadline-focused role, so some flexibility during peak periods is expected.
What’s on Offer:
Competitive salary and benefits
A welcoming, team-oriented work environment
Career progression opportunities within a growing firm
Comprehensive training and ongoing support
A chance to work with a varied and interesting client base
If you’re ready for a new challenge in a thriving payroll department where your skills will be valued and developed, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply now or contact us for more information about this exciting opportunity