Payroll Specialist

An established and fast-growing accountancy firm in Oxford is looking for an experienced Payroll Specialist to join their team. This is a great opportunity to step into a varied role where you will take ownership of client payrolls, work with a range of systems and industries, and enjoy the benefits of hybrid working and career development.

You will be part of a friendly, experienced team and work closely with clients, internal stakeholders and HMRC to deliver a high-quality, accurate and efficient payroll service. The firm offers structured career development, great benefits, and flexibility to support work-life balance.

This is a permanent, full-time position with hybrid working (three days in the office and two from home) following probation.

What you will be doing:

• Processing payrolls for a portfolio of clients of varying size and complexity
• Running payrolls weekly, monthly, quarterly, or annually depending on client needs
• Managing starters and leavers, calculating statutory payments and pension deductions
• Setting up and ceasing PAYE schemes and liaising directly with HMRC
• Submitting RTI information including FPS and EPS to HMRC
• Uploading pension contributions to relevant pension portals
• Preparing P45s, P60s, starter declarations and other forms
• Acting as the first point of contact for client payroll queries
• Supporting clients in the day-to-day operation of their payroll systems
• Being a key support within the wider payroll team

What you will need:

• Ideally CIPP qualified (or working towards)
• At least three to five years of UK payroll experience
• Experience within an accountancy practice or payroll bureau environment is highly desirable
• Strong IT skills with the ability to learn new systems quickly
• Excellent communication skills and a client-focused approach
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines efficiently
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Positive, proactive attitude and a collaborative mindset

What is on offer:

• Hybrid working model with three days in the office and two from home
• Flexible hours around a 10am to 4pm core working day
• Entry to a bespoke management development programme for future leaders
• 25 days annual leave plus a wellbeing day, service-linked increases, flexible bank holidays and holiday trading
• Health and wellbeing support including 24/7 online GP, counselling, health cash plan and more
• Electric vehicle and cycle-to-work salary sacrifice schemes
• Pension salary sacrifice scheme and life assurance
• Retail discounts, client and employee referral bonuses, bus pass loans
• Friendly team culture with regular events and strong internal recognition programme

Please note: Applicants must have full right to work in the UK, as sponsorship is not available for this role.

If you are an experienced payroll professional looking for a varied and rewarding role in a supportive and growing firm, apply now or get in touch for a confidential chat.