THE OPPORTUNITY

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an experienced full or part timeSenior Payroll Administrator to join a friendly and progressive accountancy practice in Chester.

This role offers the chance to join a collaborative team environment and take on greater responsibility in a growing firm.

If you have strong end-to-end payroll experience, ideally with a practice background, and you're looking for more responsibility and long-term career development, this could be the ideal next step in your career.

THE ROLE

As part of a busy payroll team, you'll manage a diverse portfolio of small and high-volume payrolls, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and delivering excellent service to clients.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:

• End-to-end processing of weekly and monthly payrolls
• Managing auto-enrolment pensions
• Handling payroll queries in a timely and professional manner
• Liaising with HMRC and pension providers
• Processing BACS, PAYE, CIS, holiday pay, SMP/SSP
• Managing starters and leavers (P45s/P46s)
• Supporting P11D processing
• Staying up to date with payroll legislation
• Mentoring and supporting junior team members
• You will receive full system training and ongoing support within a friendly, collaborative team environment.

ABOUT YOU

• Proven payroll experience (accountancy practice or bureau preferred, but in-house considered)
• Strong understanding of payroll legislation and processes
• Experience with Sage 50 Payroll or BrightPay (training provided)
• Ability to manage multiple payrolls and meet deadlines
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Proactive, organised, and capable of working independently and as part of a team
• Proficient in Microsoft Office

SALARY & BENEFITS

• Salary up to £31,000 (depending on experience)
• 36 days holiday (including bank holidays and Christmas period)
• 5% employer pension contribution
• Option to buy/sell up to 5 days holiday
• Employee Assistance Programme (including well-being, legal, and medical support)
• Life assurance cover
• Enhanced maternity, paternity, & shared parental pay
• Enhanced sick pay
• Referral bonus scheme
• Paid volunteer days & an annual charitable donation
• Long service benefits (increased pension & holiday entitlement)
• Onsite parking not available

APPLY NOW
If you are looking to join a supportive, stable, and growing business that values its people and offers genuine career progression, this is an opportunity you won't want to miss.

Please apply today to be considered for this role.

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Butler Rose is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.
Butler Rose Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.