Average Payroll Associate salary in the UK

Payroll OfficerLocation: Dudley (On-site)Salary: Up to £32,000Hours: 35 hours per weekKey ResponsibilitiesPayroll & Time and AttendanceAdminister time and attendance processes, including:Creation of clock cardsIdentifying and reporting anomaliesCalculating average holiday payEnsuring alignment of associate holidaysCalculating zero lost timeInput, process, and administer all payroll and benefits activity, including:OvertimeTax changesStarters and leaversAll types of absencesStudent loansBenefit and salary approvals/changesCalculate overtime, salary increases, shift payments, and benefits in line with payroll rules and procedures.Payroll Processing & ComplianceAssist with checking and signing off 4-weekly payroll, including:Producing payroll reportsBACS submissionsThird-party paymentsEnsure all payroll transactions are fully auditable.Prepare PAYE and cheque requisitions.Ensure all payroll deadlines are met, including tax year-end.Liaise with external bodies such as HMRC.Support & AdministrationSupport the Payroll & Benefits Manager with all payroll processing activities.Provide general payroll business administration support.Maintain payroll documentation, spreadsheets, and guidance notes.Handle and respond to payroll and time & attendance queries from associates and managers.Process manual payroll adjustments when required.Undertake any additional duties necessary to ensure the role is carried out successfully.Mandatory ResponsibilitiesObserve Sunrise's Business Code of Conduct: "Do the Right Thing" at all times.Perform duties in accordance with all relevant quality standards, processes, and policies.Ensure compliance with all Health & Safety, Environmental, and Welfare requirements.Maintain general housekeeping standards.Skills, Experience & QualificationsEssentialMinimum 3 years' payroll processing experience.Strong attention to detail with the ability to handle high volumes of work.Excellent written and verbal communication skills.Ability to manage confidential information with discretion.Intermediate MS Office skills.Experience using SAGE 50 Payroll.DesirableCIPP qualification.Payroll Administrator Level 3 Advanced Apprenticeship.AAT qualification.Advanced MS Office skills.Experience using ASTROW Time & Attendance systems.At Gleeson Recruitment Group, we embrace inclusivity and welcome applicants of all backgrounds, experiences, and abilities. We are proud to be a disability confident employer.By applying you will be registered as a candidate with Gleeson Recruitment Limited. Our Privacy Policy is available on our website and explains how we will use your data.

Payroll Associate Location: London or Reading Salary: £28,350 - £29,400 per annum + Benefits Our client, a highly regarded and growing accountancy practice, has engaged us to identify a talented Payroll Associate to join their expanding team. This firm has built a strong reputation for delivering tailored, high-quality financial services to a diverse client base, ranging from SMEs to established businesses.This opportunity is ideal for a payroll professional seeking a role within a collaborative and forward-thinking environment, where accuracy, client service, and continuous improvement are highly valued.The OpportunityAs Payroll Associate, you will take ownership of end-to-end payroll processing for a portfolio of clients. You will work closely with both internal teams and external stakeholders, ensuring all payroll activities are delivered efficiently, accurately, and in full compliance with current legislation.Key ResponsibilitiesManage and process multiple client payrolls (weekly, fortnightly, monthly)Ensure compliance with HMRC regulations and RTI submissionsAdminister starters, leavers, and payroll changesCalculate statutory payments (SSP, SMP, etc.) and pension contributionsLiaise directly with clients to resolve queries and provide payroll guidanceReconcile payroll reports and address discrepancies proactivelyStay up to date with payroll legislation and best practiceCandidate ProfileWe are keen to speak with individuals who can demonstrate:Proven payroll experience, ideally within an accountancy practice or bureau environmentStrong working knowledge of UK payroll legislationExperience with payroll systems such as Sage, BrightPay, or equivalentHigh level of accuracy and attention to detailExcellent organisational and time management skillsConfident communication skills and a client-centric mindsetDiscretion and professionalism in handling sensitive informationDesirableCIPP qualification (or part-qualified)Experience managing multiple payrolls across varied client sectorsKnowledge of auto-enrolment pension schemes

THE ROLE;Processing payrolls, gross to net.Processing HMRC submissions.Calculation of statutory payments.Liaising directly with clients.Resolving queries and general support.Working towards tight deadlines.Sending BACS transmissions.Preparation of P45s and P60s.THE CANDIDATE :You will have a minimum of a year's previous experience in Payroll and knowledge of associated tasks.Have an understanding of Auto Enrolment.Computer literate.Good numeracy skills.High attention to detail.Team player.SALARY AND BENEFITS:Competitive salary.Contributory Pension and life insurance scheme.Flexible working including Flexitime system.Annual leave of 25 days, plus bank holidays.Convenient office location with easily accessible car parking nearby (currently free of charge).Employee Assistance Programme.Friendly working environment.THE CONSULTANCY:Edwards & Pearce acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. Edwards & Pearce is an Equal Opportunities Employer.