Payroll Senior Location: 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 Role An 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 & Qualifications Essential 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 (AC 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