Are you a forward-thinking, tech-savvy and self-motivated payroll professional looking to work for a friendly accounting firm with lovely clients? We are actively recruiting for a Payroll Administrator to join the team of an award-winning accountancy practice in Reading.
The Role:
In this role, you will oversee all elements of the delivery of the firm’s payroll service. The main responsibility of the Payroll Administrator is to make certain that payroll requirements and billing targets are managed and met to ensure monthly payrolls are billed.
The Payroll portfolio encompasses payroll, pension and P11D services, and involves communicating with clients and processing their payroll requirements. You will report directly to and work with the Commercial Manager.
Ensure payroll increases (or decreases) are captured in increased (or decreased) invoices
Monthly KPI reporting
Complete weekly and monthly payroll for clients via various types of software, ensuring all deadlines are met
Communicate effectively with clients using telephone and email
Action client advice requests
Review and improve the payroll processes and services to ensure that the firm continues to provide a modern, professional, client-focused service
Regularly review and communicate the company payroll price list.
Have awareness of new billing opportunities
Take part in the marketing and promotion of the practice’s payroll service
Collaborate and communicate with team members
Ensure a seamless customer service experience
Other tasks as necessitated by your changing role within the practice and the overall business objectives of the organisation
What you bring to the table:
You are a doer who can think outside the box and knows that one solution isn’t necessarily the only one for a problem. With excellent organisation and tech skills, you expertly manage and execute the payroll needs of clients. Your communication skills are top-notch with the ability to make clients and colleagues alike feel at ease.
Extensive working knowledge of various payroll systems (specifically, Moneysoft)
3-4+ years of payroll experience, ideally within a practice environment
CIPP qualification is desired
Excellent customer service, organisation and communication skills
Confident, motivated self-starter with the ability to manage your time effectively and efficiently to meet deadlines
Tech-savvy with the ability to think outside the box
Must be based in the Reading are and not require visa sponsorship
What’s in it for you?
Be part of an award-winning, united team that works in great office settings and has a lot of fun together.
Role: Payroll Administrator (full time, permanent)
Location: Reading (In office + hybrid working)
Salary: £28,000 - £32,000 (DOE)
Quarterly bonus (£300 ish per quarter) and a discretionary bonus
Pension scheme and sickness pay
Private healthcare + life insurance benefits
Free parking + excellent transport links to the office
Great career path opportunities, ongoing training, have your say on company development
Closed between Christmas and New Year
Fun team activities, attend regular business events and seminars
Does this sound like the role for you? We’d love to see your CV – apply today!