Payroll Executive

We are recruiting on behalf of a well-established professional services organisation for a Payroll Executive to join their busy payroll team based in Portsmouth.
This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced payroll professional to manage a portfolio of clients, delivering accurate and compliant payroll services. You will play a key role in ensuring payrolls are processed efficiently while maintaining excellent client relationships.
Working within a collaborative team environment, you will be responsible for end-to-end payroll processing and providing expert support to clients and internal stakeholders.

What’s on Offer:

• Job Type: Full-time, permanent
• Location: Portsmouth
• Salary: £28,000 – £31,000 per annum

Key Responsibilities

• Process end-to-end payroll for a portfolio of clients
• Ensure accurate and timely payroll delivery in line with deadlines
• Input and validate payroll data, running audit and validation checks
• Manage statutory payments including SSP, SMP, and other entitlements
• Handle year-end payroll processes when required
• Administer auto-enrolment and pension processes
• Act as first point of contact for payroll queries from clients
• Liaise with HMRC and third-party providers
• Maintain and update payroll systems including time and attendance records
• Carry out peer checks of payrolls to ensure accuracy
• Keep up to date with payroll legislation and industry changes

Skills & Experience

• Minimum 1 year payroll experience in a fast-paced environment
• Experience managing end-to-end payroll processes
• Strong knowledge of payroll legislation and auto-enrolment
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines and priorities
• Strong communication skills (written and verbal)
• Customer focused approach with the ability to handle queries confidently
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team
• Experience in a payroll bureau environment (desirable)
• Ability to manually calculate payroll (advantageous)

Key Attributes

• Organised and detail-oriented
• Proactive and adaptable
• Strong team player with a collaborative mindset
• Professional and client-focused approach
• Ability to perform under pressure and meet deadlines

How to Apply
If you are a motivated payroll professional looking to develop your career within a supportive and dynamic environment, we would love to hear from you. Please apply with your CV today.

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