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Permanent

Payroll Administrator (Accountancy Practice)

Knightwell Recruitment
Biggleswade
money-bag £30000 - £35000/annum
Posted: 22 July 2026 (Today)
Closing date: 21 August 2026
Ref: 225400270

Payroll Administrator

Location: Biggleswade
Salary: -30,000 - -35,000
Job Type: Full-Time | Permanent
Working Pattern: Office-Based (5 Days Per Week)

The Opportunity

A growing accountancy practice is seeking an experienced Payroll Administrator to join its busy payroll team.

This is an excellent opportunity for a payroll professional with accountancy practice experience who enjoys managing multiple client payrolls and delivering a high level of service.

The Role

You will be responsible for managing a portfolio of client payrolls, ensuring payrolls are processed accurately, efficiently and in line with current legislation.

Key Responsibilities

  • Managing multiple client payrolls from start to finish
  • Processing weekly, fortnightly and monthly payrolls
  • Processing starters, leavers and statutory payments
  • Managing pension contributions and auto-enrolment
  • Submitting RTI returns to HMRC
  • Responding to client payroll queries
  • Maintaining accurate payroll records
  • Liaising with HMRC, pension providers and third parties
  • Ensuring compliance with current payroll legislation
  • Supporting the wider payroll team as required

Requirements

  • Minimum 2 years'' payroll experience within an Accountancy Practice
  • Experience managing multiple client payrolls
  • Strong knowledge of UK payroll legislation
  • BrightPay experience is essential
  • Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills
  • Ability to manage multiple deadlines
  • Strong communication and client service skills
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office

Qualifications

Applications are welcomed from candidates who are:

  • AAT Qualified or Studying
  • CIPP Qualified or Studying
  • Qualified by Experience (QBE)

Benefits

  • Salary -30,000 - -35,000
  • One-stage interview process
  • Ongoing professional development
  • Supportive team environment
  • Long-term career progression opportunities

Keywords: Payroll Administrator, Payroll Officer, Payroll Specialist, Payroll Clerk, Payroll Assistant, Accountancy Practice, BrightPay, RTI, HMRC, Auto Enrolment, Pension Administration, Weekly Payroll, Monthly Payroll, Payroll Jobs, CIPP, AAT, Biggleswade, Bedfordshire.

Apply now for a confidential discussion.

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