Practice - Payroll Supervisor/Manager

Location Harrogate
Discipline: Accounting
Contact name: Carly Dunn

Contact email: carly@supreme-ss.com
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Payroll Supervisor/Manager

Location:
Harrogate
Hours: Full time, flexible and hybrid considered
Salary: £30,000 - £35,000

About the Firm
This well-established accountancy practice based in Harrogate, North Yorkshire, takes a client-first approach to everything it does. The firm understands that each client has unique challenges and requires tailored advice and support. There's no one-size-fits-all approach here—clients are seen as more than just numbers. The team builds trusted relationships and works as an extension of each client’s business.

The Role
A growing accountancy firm is seeking a dedicated and experienced Payroll Supervisor/Manager to lead its internal payroll bureau function. The ideal candidate will be responsible for ensuring accurate and timely processing of a variety of client payrolls while maintaining strong compliance and excellent service standards.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Supervise and process multiple payrolls across varied client types and sectors
  • Maintain accurate payroll records and ensure compliance with current legislation
  • Manage auto-enrolment duties and pension submissions
  • Liaise with HMRC on PAYE matters
  • Train and support junior payroll staff as needed
  • Recommend and implement process improvements
Requirements:
  • Strong end-to-end payroll processing experience, ideally in a practice or bureau setting
  • Confident with current payroll legislation and auto-enrolment requirements
  • Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills
  • Experience with payroll software (e.g., Sage Payroll, BrightPay, or similar)
  • Strong communication and client relationship skills
Benefits:
  • Competitive salary (based on experience)
  • Flexible working options
  • Supportive team culture with ongoing training opportunities
  • Convenient Harrogate location


For more information, please contact the recruiter below:


Liam Daly
Lead Associate Recruitment Consultant

T: 07548 836700
E: liam@supreme-ss.com