Job Title: Payroll Clerk
Location: Northwich
Salary: Up to £33,000 per annum
We are delighted to be partnering with a well‑established and growing organisation in Northwich that is seeking an experienced Payroll Clerk to join their friendly payroll team.
Responsibilities
- Processing end‑to‑end payrolls for a portfolio of clients.
- Ensuring payrolls are completed accurately and within agreed deadlines.
- Processing statutory payments including SSP, SMP, SPP, and SAP.
- Submitting RTIs to HMRC and ensuring compliance with current payroll legislation.
- Managing payroll amendments, including starters, leavers, salary changes, and deductions.
- Processing pension contributions and completing payroll reconciliations.
- Responding to payroll queries from clients and employees in a professional and timely manner.
- Maintaining accurate payroll records and employee information.
- Supporting month‑end and year‑end payroll activities.
- Assisting with continuous improvements to payroll processes and procedures.
Skills & Experience Required
- Previous experience working within a client payroll environment is essential.
- Strong end‑to‑end payroll processing experience.
- Good understanding of UK payroll legislation and HMRC requirements.
- Experience managing multiple payrolls simultaneously.
- Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
- Strong organisational and time management skills.
- Confident communicator with excellent customer service skills.
- Proficiency in payroll software and Microsoft Office applications.
- Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet strict deadlines.
- A positive and proactive approach to work.
JGA Recruitment Group Ltd ("We") are committed to equality of opportunity for all applications regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships. We strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply. We are also committed to protecting and respecting your privacy.
