Payroll Administrator
| Posting date: | 16 September 2025 |
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| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 16 October 2025 |
| Location: | Huddersfield, West Yorkshire, HD1 4LE |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Hays Specialist Recruitment |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | 4724757_1758019644 |
Summary
Location: Huddersfield Salary: Competitive + Benefits Contract: Fixed-Term (12 Months) Sector: Accountancy Practice
We're working with a well-established accountancy practice that is seeking a Payroll Administrator to join their team on a 12-month fixed-term contract, ideally starting in January. This is a fantastic opportunity to manage payrolls for approximately 150 clients, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and excellent client service.
The practice is open to both full-time and part-time applicants, with a minimum commitment of 24 hours per week. If you're applying for a full-time position, you'll also assist with bookkeeping tasks, such as preparing journals.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare and process payrolls for a diverse client base
- Calculate wages, bonuses, overtime, and statutory payments (SMP, SSP, SPP)
- Manage PAYE, NI, and pension contributions
- Handle starters, leavers, and payroll queries
- Submit RTI reports and liaise with HMRC
- Process BACS payments and issue relevant tax forms
- Advise clients on payroll matters and legislative changes
- Assist with payrolling benefits and P11Ds
- Perform ad hoc administrative duties as required
- (Full-time only) Support bookkeeping tasks including journal entries
Skills & Experience
- Strong understanding of PAYE, NI, Auto Enrolment, and statutory payments
- Experience using payroll software (e.g., Sage, BrightPay, Xero)
- Excellent numeracy, accuracy, and time management skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Previous experience in an accountancy practice is highly desirable
- CIPP qualification is beneficial but not essential
What's on Offer
- A collaborative and professional working environment
- Exposure to a wide variety of clients and payroll scenarios
- Flexible working hours and part-time options
- Full training and onboarding support
What you need to do now
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