Payroll Officer
Manchester City Centre
Salary: £25,000 - £27,500

Adaptable Recruitment is partnering with a respected accountancy practice in Manchester City Centre to appoint a motivated Payroll Officer to join their expanding payroll function. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys ownership, variety and being part of a supportive, people focused team.

Why Candidates Love This Role

• 25 days annual leave + bank
• Pension matching scheme up to 10%
• Life assurance & income protection
• Private medical cover
• Extra holiday purchase options (buy up to 10 days more)
• Discounts across gyms, retail, tech, travel and more
• Wellbeing tools, GP access apps and an Employee Assistance Programme
• Cycle to work, car schemes, dining discounts and everyday savings

The Role
You'll take ownership of a varied client payroll portfolio, becoming the go to person for delivering smooth, accurate and compliant payroll services. It's hands on, people ocused and perfect for someone who enjoys problem solving and working to clear routines and deadlines.

What You'll Do

• Manage end to end payroll processes for a diverse client base
• Apply PAYE and NIC rules accurately
• Input and update all starter, leaver and benefit changes
• Calculate statutory payments and mid month leaver pay
• Produce reports, payslips and ensure timely salary payments
• Submit FPS/EPS files and handle HMRC communication
• Resolve client queries quickly and professionally
• Support with BACS processes and check colleagues' payrolls
• Maintain schedules, records and administrative accuracy
• Work within compliance guidelines and keep your knowledge up to date

Who You Are

• Experienced in payroll with solid understanding of PAYE/NIC
• Confident with payroll software and MS Office
• Ideally progressing through a CIPP qualification (desirable)
• Highly organised with great attention to detail
• Comfortable managing deadlines and juggling multiple tasks
• Strong communicator with a client first mindset
• Reliable, team focused and keen to keep developing your skills

Apply today, or contact Nichola Watson at Adaptable Recruitment for more information