Practice - Senior Payroll Administrator

Location Leeds
Discipline: Accounting
Contact name: Carly Dunn

Contact email: carly@supreme-ss.com
Job ref: 5067

Senior Payroll Administrator

Location:
Leeds, LS8
Hours: Full time
Salary: Up to £35,000

About the Firm
Well-established, partner-led chartered accountancy practice offering tailored services to small businesses, contractors, and freelancers. Known for a boutique, relationship-driven approach, the firm provides payroll, bookkeeping, and tax advisory support to clients across West Yorkshire.

Job Details

  • Lead end-to-end payroll processing across a varied multi-client portfolio
  • Manage RTI submissions, pension auto-enrolment, PAYE, NI, CIS, and statutory payments
  • Handle year-end reporting including P60s, P11Ds, and benefits in kind
  • Act as primary client liaison for all payroll-related matters and HMRC correspondence
  • Maintain and update payroll software; ensure compliance with current UK legislation
  • Collaborate with in-house bookkeeping and tax teams for integrated service delivery
  • Supervise and support junior payroll staff, ensuring high standards and accuracy

Candidate Profile:

  • Minimum 3 years’ UK payroll experience, ideally within a bureau or practice environment
  • Strong working knowledge of PAYE, pensions, RTI, and statutory obligations
  • Proficient in Sage Payroll or similar platforms; Xero experience advantageous
  • CIPP qualification desirable
  • Excellent attention to detail, time management, and client communication skills
  • Proven ability to work independently and manage deadlines effectively

Benefits:

  • Salary up to £35,000
  • Long-standing, friendly firm with a supportive and collaborative working environment
  • Varied client exposure and autonomy in day-to-day work
  • Opportunities for continued professional development
  • Convenient Leeds location with onsite parking


For more information please contact the recruiter below:


Liam Daly 
Lead Associate Recruitment Consultant

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