Payroll Administrator

About Connolly Accountants

Connolly Accountants is an independent, expanding accountancy practice based in Milton Keynes, specialising in accountancy, taxation, and business advisory services for small and medium sized businesses. We pride ourselves on delivering exceptional service and building strong, personal client relationships. With over 30 dedicated team members, we provide genuine opportunities for career progression and development.

The Opportunity

Due to a period of sustained organic growth, Connolly Accountants has a fantastic opportunity for a Payroll Administrator to join our talented team. This role is ideal for someone already working in a similar role, who is looking to build on their experience and develop new skills. You will enjoy a supportive, flexible environment and real opportunities for advancement.

Responsibilities

• Running monthly/weekly payroll including calculating wages, overtime, bonuses, and deductions
• Managing CIS returns and CIS suffered
• Administration of pensions - Auto enrolment uploads, redeclarations etc
• Banking
• Administration of benefit in kind
• Statutory payments
• Communicating with HMRC to resolve queries
• Billing and chasing debts
• Maintaining client relationships
• Daily communications with clients
• Managing a varied portfolio of clients
• Handling queries from clients and staff

Experience

• Payroll: 4+ years (required) within an accountancy practice in a similar role
• Knowledge of BrightPay software is preferable

Core Skills & Attributes

• A good understanding of all elements of payroll such as statutory payments (e.g. sick pay, holiday pay, maternity/paternity pay), tax rules and thresholds, National Insurance, pension contributions, and auto-enrolment rules.
• Good awareness of GDPR and confidentiality obligations
• Identifying and resolving payroll inconsistencies
• Correcting errors promptly and confidently
• Professional tone when dealing with sensitive issues
• Strong organisational and time-management skills
• Great attention to detail
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Shows initiative in identifying and addressing client needs

What We Offer

• Hybrid working: 3 days in the office, 2 days from home.
• Flexitime scheme and a supportive, dynamic work environment.
• Company pension, free parking, and private medical insurance.
• Health Assured Programme
• Bonus scheme and real opportunities for progression.
• A collaborative culture where your contribution is valued and your career can flourish.

£30,000 - £35,000