Payroll Specialist

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An established and fast-growing accountancy firm in Oxford is looking for an experienced Payroll Specialist to join their team. This is a great opportunity to step into a varied role where you will take ownership of client payrolls, work with a range of systems and industries, and enjoy the benefits of hybrid working and career development.

You will be part of a friendly, experienced team and work closely with clients, internal stakeholders and HMRC to deliver a high-quality, accurate and efficient payroll service. The firm offers structured career development, great benefits, and flexibility to support work-life balance.

This is a permanent, full-time position with hybrid working (three days in the office and two from home) following probation.

What you will be doing:

Processing payrolls for a portfolio of clients of varying size and complexity

Running payrolls weekly, monthly, quarterly, or annually depending on client needs

Managing starters and leavers, calculating statutory payments and pension deductions

Setting up and ceasing PAYE schemes and liaising directly with HMRC

Submitting RTI information including FPS and EPS to HMRC

Uploading pension contributions to relevant pension portals

Preparing P45s, P60s, starter declarations and other forms

Acting as the first point of contact for client payroll queries

Supporting clients in the day-to-day operation of their payroll systems

Being a key support within the wider payroll team

What you will need:

Ideally CIPP qualified (or working towards)

At least three to five years of UK payroll experience

Experience within an accountancy practice or payroll bureau environment is highly desirable

Strong IT skills with the ability to learn new systems quickly

Excellent communication skills and a client-focused approach

Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines efficiently

High level of accuracy and attention to detail

Positive, proactive attitude and a collaborative mindset

What is on offer:

Hybrid working model with three days in the office and two from home

Flexible hours around a 10am to 4pm core working day

Entry to a bespoke management development programme for future leaders

25 days annual leave plus a wellbeing day, service-linked increases, flexible bank holidays and holiday trading

Health and wellbeing support including 24/7 online GP, counselling, health cash plan and more

Electric vehicle and cycle-to-work salary sacrifice schemes

Pension salary sacrifice scheme and life assurance

Retail discounts, client and employee referral bonuses, bus pass loans

Friendly team culture with regular events and strong internal recognition programme

Please note: Applicants must have full right to work in the UK, as sponsorship is not available for this role.

If you are an experienced payroll professional looking for a varied and rewarding role in a supportive and growing firm, apply now or get in touch for a confidential chat
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Location:
Marston
Salary:
£30,000 - £40,000 /annum
Job Type:
FullTime
Category:
Accounting/Financial/Insurance

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