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Payroll Clerk
A busy and reputable Accountancy and Payroll Bureau based in Durham is seeking an experienced Payroll Clerk to join their team. This is a part time – 4 days a week, permanent, hybrid position. You must be eligible to work in the UK.Â
Hours: Monday – Thursday 9am-5pm
Salary Range: £14.00 - £14.50 per hour
Responsibilities to include:
- Process weekly, fortnightly and monthly, payrolls for multiple clients accurately and on time
- Calculate statutory payments such as SSP, SMP, SPP and holiday pay
- Manage auto-enrolment pension duties, including assessment, enrolment, and submission to multiple pension providers
- Administer starters, leavers, and employee changes
- Produce payslips, P45s, P60s, and other payroll-related reports for clients
- Assisting with onboarding new payroll clients and handle client queries regarding payroll, tax codes, NI, pensions and HMRC matters
- Manage RTI submissions to HMRC, ensuring all deadlines are met
- Communicate with HMRC to resolve payroll-related queries, tax code discrepancies, and compliance matters
- Process year-end procedures, including P60s and P11Ds
Requirements:
- Minimum 3 years’ experience in a payroll role within a payroll bureau or a multi-client environment
- Proficient in managing auto-enrolment and continued maintenance of records across multiple pension providers
- Confident liaising with HMRC, including handling queries and resolving issues
- Strong understanding of UK payroll legislation, including PAYE, NIC, statutory payments, and pensions
- Experience with payroll software – eg. BrightPay, Moneysoft, Payroll Manager
- Competent in Microsoft Office, especially Excel and Outlook
Benefits:
- Career progression encouraged
- Professional development support
- Free onsite parking
If you have strong payroll experience, excellent attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple client payrolls efficiently, email an up to date CV to Sian at Gainham Recruitment.
