Payroll Administrator Location: Office-based, 5 days a week in Chichester Salary: £28,000 - £32,000 Benefits: 28 days annual leave, free staff parking Join our clients' vibrant and rapidly expanding accountancy practise in Chichester as a Payroll Administrator! We are searching for a dedicated and detail-oriented Payroll Administrator who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is eager to make a significant impact within the team. Whether you’ve worked in a payroll bureau or handled multiple payrolls in-house, this is a fantastic opportunity to develop your skills with support and training provided. Payroll Administrator Role: In this pivotal role, you will take charge of processing and managing a diverse range of client payrolls using Sage 50 Payroll, guided by our Payroll Manager. You’ll play a critical role in ensuring compliance with payroll legislation, managing auto-enrolment and pensions, reconciling HMRC/PAYE calculations, and swiftly addressing payroll queries. Key Responsibilities: - Manage pension contributions with precision and ensure timely submissions. - Maintain accurate employee data across our systems. - Support year-end processes, producing vital reports and tax documents for clients. - Handle payroll-related queries with professionalism and efficiency. - Stay ahead of payroll legislation, assisting with compliance tasks as needed. - Collaborate effectively with team members to facilitate seamless operations. What You Will Bring: - Tech-savvy: Proficient in payroll systems and office software; Sage 50 experience is an advantage. - Numerically proficient: Strong abilities in numeracy and literacy, with a knack for calculations. - Highly organised: Exceptional time management skills to juggle multiple priorities and meet deadlines consistently. - Eagle-eyed accuracy: Attentive to detail, ensuring data integrity in all processes. - Adaptable: Capable of remaining calm under pressure and adjusting to shifting priorities. - Effective communicator: Skilled at articulating payroll matters clearly to colleagues and clients alike. - Experienced: Knowledge in managing payroll for diverse clients is highly desirable. - Client-focused: A commitment to delivering reliable and accurate services while exceeding client expectations. If you're looking for a role where you can take ownership, be supported, and make a visible contribution to a growing firm we’d love to hear from you. Apply now and let’s take your payroll career to the next level