Accounts Payable & Payroll Clerk (Part-Time)Location: Norwich Hours: 25 hours per weekSalary: £28,000 (FTE)Role Overview

We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Accounts Payable & Payroll Officer to support the end-to-end processing of payroll across multiple pay frequencies, alongside key accounts payable responsibilities. The successful candidate will ensure accurate, timely, and compliant payroll processing while maintaining high standards of confidentiality, compliance, and data integrity.

Key ResponsibilitiesPayroll Processing & Administration

• Prepare and process payrolls across all frequencies, including Weekly, Bi-Weekly, Monthly, and Subcontractor payments.
• Ensure all payrolls are processed accurately, efficiently, and within agreed deadlines.
• Maintain up-to-date payroll records in line with HMRC regulations and company policy.
• Manage statutory payments including SMP, SAP, SPP, and SSP.
• Ensure all RTI submissions are completed accurately and within HMRC deadlines.
• Maintain compliance with pension regulations, including auto-enrolment requirements.
• Act as the first point of contact for payroll-related queries, providing timely support and guidance.
• Provide holiday and absence cover across payroll processes when required.

Systems, Process Improvement & Projects

• Regularly review and maintain the payroll procedure manual to ensure it remains current and effective.
• Identify and support opportunities to streamline payroll and finance workflows and improve efficiency.
• Support the Payroll Manager in the implementation of new systems, processes, and projects.
• Assist with system health checks, testing, and updates where required.

Team Collaboration & Support

• Work collaboratively with cross-functional teams during payroll processing, audits, budgeting, and year-end activities.
• Provide support to wider finance functions, including accounts payable tasks as required.
• Work closely with the Payroll Manager on project delivery and continuous improvement initiatives.

Key Skills & Experience

• Experience in payroll processing across multiple payroll frequencies.
• Strong understanding of HMRC regulations, RTI reporting, and UK payroll legislation.
• Knowledge of statutory payments (SMP, SAP, SPP, SSP) and pension auto-enrolment.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Strong organisational and time management skills, with the ability to meet deadlines.
• Confident handling confidential and sensitive data in line with GDPR.
• Experience with payroll and finance systems (desirable).
• Strong communication skills and ability to support non-finance colleagues with queries.

Personal Attributes

• Reliable and detail-focused
• Proactive and solution-oriented
• Strong team player with a collaborative approach
• Able to work independently and manage competing priorities
• Committed to continuous improvement

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