Practice - Payroll Supervisor/Manager

Location Harrogate
Discipline: Accounting
Contact name: Carly Dunn

Contact email: carly@supreme-ss.com
Job ref: 4962

Payroll Supervisor/Manager

Location: Harrogate
Hours: Full time, flexible and hybrid considered
Salary: From £34,000

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

Apply:

To discuss this opportunity in confidence, please get in touch with the below recruiter or submit your CV.

Liam Daly
Lead Talent Partner
T: 07548 836700
E: liam@supreme-ss.com