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Payroll Supervisor

Job Posted: 2 days ago

Salary: £ 35,000 - 40,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Reading, Berkshire

Expire in: a month

Job Description

Job Title: Payroll Supervisor (Sole Charge)
 Location: Reading 
 Contract Type: Permanent
 Employer: Established Firm of Accountants

Salary: £35,000 - £40,000 (depending on experience) FT Salary 

(Client is also open to a 4 day week for a pro-rata'd salary)

26 days holiday + pension + life assurance + flexible hours

Discounted parking and close to all public transport routes

Fully office based - but flexible to work from home if needed on certain days

Overview

An established and reputable firm of accountants based in Reading is seeking a highly organised, detail-focused Payroll Supervisor to take full, sole-charge responsibility for delivering end-to-end payroll services. The successful candidate will oversee approximately 70-80 client payrolls, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and exceptional client service.

Key Responsibilities

Manage the full, end-to-end processing of c.80 monthly, weekly, and fortnightly payrolls for a diverse portfolio of clients.
Ensure all payrolls are processed accurately and on time, meeting statutory deadlines.
Handle all statutory requirements including PAYE, NIC, SSP, SMP, SPP, student loans, and Auto-Enrolment pension obligations.
Maintain and update payroll records, ensuring compliance with HMRC regulations and GDPR requirements.
Prepare and submit RTI (Real Time Information) submissions to HMRC.
Manage workplace pension schemes, including enrolments, assessments, contributions, and communication with pension providers.
Act as the primary point of contact for payroll-related queries from clients, employees, HMRC, and pension providers.
Reconcile payroll reports and produce payslips, summaries, journals, and year-end documentation including P60s and P11Ds.
Keep up to date with changes in payroll legislation and best practices.
Identify opportunities for process improvements and efficiencies within the payroll function.Skills & Experience Required

Proven experience in a sole-charge payroll position, ideally within an accountancy practice or bureau environment.
Experience handling high-volume, multi-frequency payrolls with autonomy.
Strong knowledge of UK payroll legislation, HMRC processes, and Auto-Enrolment.
Proficiency in payroll software (e.g., BrightPay, Sage, Xero Payroll or similar).
Excellent numerical accuracy and attention to detail.
Strong communication skills with the ability to build positive client relationships.
Highly organised with the ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Discretion and professionalism when handling sensitive information.Personal Attributes

Self-motivated and able to take full ownership of the payroll function.
Proactive, solution-focused, and confident in decision-making.
Reliable, trustworthy, and committed to delivering high-quality work.Benefits

Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
Central Reading location with excellent transport links.
Supportive and friendly working environment within a respected accountancy firm.
Opportunities for professional development and ongoing training.Please get in touch for a full job spec and further details on this superb, sole charge Payroll Supervisor role.

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