Payroll Administrator/Senior
| Posting date: | 03 February 2026 |
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| Salary: | £28,000 to £32,000 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 05 March 2026 |
| Location: | PO8 0BN |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | CMA Recruitment Group |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | NW68061-42626 |
Summary
Join a reputable and well-established firm of accountants based in Horndean, Hampshire, known for its client-focused approach and dedicated team environment. This thriving practice values innovation, professional growth, and excellence. Recognised for steady growth and staff development, the firm offers a rewarding environment with excellent benefits and clear opportunities for career progression.
This is an exciting opportunity for Payroll Administrators or Senior Payroll Administrators to become a key part of a busy payroll team, supporting a portfolio of complex payroll clients and ensuring operational accuracy while delivering outstanding service.
What will the Payroll Administrator / Senior role involve?
• Managing detailed, payroll calculations for diverse clients, ensuring full compliance with HMRC and CIS regulations.
• Liaising with clients and internal teams to resolve payroll queries efficiently and professionally.
• Supporting team members with technical payroll issues and process improvements.
• Using Brightpay payroll software to process payroll runs accurately and timely.
• Keeping abreast of industry legislation and implementing relevant updates to payroll procedures.
• Contributing to continuous improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing payroll efficiency and client satisfaction.
Suitable Candidate for the Payroll Administrator / Senior vacancy:
• Proven experience in managing payroll functions, ideally within an accountancy practice or payroll bureau.
• Strong understanding of HMRC compliance, CIS schemes, and payroll legislation.
• Proficiency in Brightpay payroll software or similar systems.
• Excellent time management skills with the ability to prioritise workload effectively.
• Strong communication skills to liaise confidently with clients and team members.
• Ability to identify process improvements and work collaboratively to implement best practices.
• A professional, proactive attitude with a keen eye for detail and accuracy.
• Demonstrates a commitment to ongoing professional development and technical excellence.
Additional benefits and information for the role of Payroll Administrator / Senior:
• Office-based working environment.
• Increasing holiday entitlement with length of service.
• Opportunities for career progression within a growing practice.
• Supportive team environment focusing on staff wellbeing.
• Salary dependent on experience.
• Investment in your training and professional qualifications.
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