Payroll Administrator

Sumer

. Manage end-to-end payroll processing for a portfolio of clients across multiple pay frequencies .

Posted 10/27/2026full-timeRemote • United KingdomMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in end-to-end payroll processing, compliance with payroll legislation, and strong client relationship management. Proficient in payroll data validation, reconciliation, and reporting, with a solid understanding of pension administration and statutory payments.

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End-To-End Payroll ProcessingPayroll Legislation CompliancePension Auto-Enrolment AdministrationMicrosoft Excel ProficiencyClient Relationship Management

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Hard Skills

Payroll Data ValidationPayroll ReconciliationPAYE CalculationsStatutory Payments KnowledgeManual Payroll CalculationsBACS Payment File CreationPayroll ReportingPension Scheme Returns PreparationStatutory Family Leave UnderstandingSalary Sacrifice Arrangements

Soft Skills

Excellent Communication SkillsStrong Organisational SkillsAttention to DetailProactive ApproachAdaptability

Tools & Technologies

Payroll SystemsMicrosoft Excel

Industry Keywords

Payroll Bureau EnvironmentNational InsuranceHMRC CompliancePensions Regulator RequirementsStatutory Deductions

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage end-to-end payroll processing for a portfolio of clients across multiple pay frequencies
Build strong client relationships and act as the first point of contact for payroll queries
Input and validate payroll data accurately while ensuring compliance with current legislation
Reconcile payroll information and produce payroll reports and employee payslips
Prepare payroll journals and PAYE reconciliations
Create and submit BACS payment files
Administer Pension Auto-Enrolment, including declarations and ongoing compliance with The Pensions Regulator requirements
Prepare and submit pension scheme returns, process member changes and liaise with pension providers
Respond to queries from clients, HMRC and internal teams professionally and promptly
Keep up to date with payroll legislation and best practice

Requirements

What you’ll need

Previous experience working within a payroll bureau environment
Experience managing multiple payrolls simultaneously and working to strict deadlines
Strong knowledge of payroll legislation, including PAYE, National Insurance, pensions and statutory payments
Ability to manually calculate payroll elements such as tax, NI, pensions and statutory deductions when required
Good understanding of statutory family leave, SSP, salary sacrifice arrangements and auto-enrolment legislation
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong organisational skills and exceptional attention to detail
Proactive and adaptable approach, with ability to manage changing priorities in a busy environment
Intermediate Microsoft Excel skills
Confidence working with payroll systems

Benefits

Comp & perks

Supportive and collaborative environment
Expertise valued and professional development encouraged
Opportunity to work with a varied client portfolio
Continued development of payroll knowledge
Inclusive workplace where everyone belongs and differences are valued and celebrated
Support during the hiring process if needed
Fully remote work-from-home flexibility