Average Payroll salary in the UK

“The biggest thrill wasn’t in winning on Sunday but in meeting the payroll on Monday.”  Art Rooney. Payrolller – 6 Month Fixed Term ContractCentral London | Hybrid Working (3 days office-based) Sheridan Maine are working with a growing organisation based in Central London who are looking to appoint a Payroll Officer on a 6-month fixed term contract. This is a great opportunity to join a busy finance team within a supportive and fast-paced environment, offering hybrid working with three days in the office each week.Key responsibilities in this Payroller position:Assist with the preparation and processing of payroll data across multiple payrollsSupport the collation and validation of payroll information from internal teamsEnsure accurate processing of starters and leavers, including relevant adjustments and documentationSupport payroll approvals and ensure all required sign-offs are obtainedAssist with the preparation of payroll journals and reconciliationsSupport pension administration and monthly submissions to providersMaintain timesheet data and support payroll inputs and updatesRespond to payroll-related queries from employees and stakeholders in a timely mannerMaintain accurate and confidential payroll records, both electronic and paper-basedSupport compliance with statutory payroll requirements and reporting obligationsAssist with payroll reporting for finance and HR as requiredCarry out additional duties as required to support the payroll and finance functionSkills and experience required of the successful Payroller:Previous experience in a payroll role (ideally 2–3 years)Strong attention to detail and accuracyGood understanding of payroll processes and basic UK payroll legislationConfident using Microsoft Excel and other Office applicationsThis is an excellent opportunity for a payroll professional looking to develop their experience within a supportive and evolving organisation. To apply, please contact Sheridan Maine or submit your CV today.You are required to be eligible to work in the UK full time without restriction.Due to the high volume of applications, it is not always possible to respond to unsuccessful applicants. Therefore, if we have not responded to your application within five days, please assume that on this occasion your application has not been successful.

Payroll Manager Ongoing Temporary Role (3-6months)Based in Brighton (hybrid working – 1 day in the office a week) £45,000 - £55,000 per annum (can be full or part time hours, min 3 days)Tony Alan Recruitment currently has an exciting job opportunity for a Payroll Manager to join an established business in the Brighton area on an ongoing contract basis to provide support.You will oversee and take ownership of the end-to-end payroll process across multiple sites for approximately 800 employees, ensuring payroll is processed accurately and within agreed deadlines.Key Responsibilities: Manage end-to-end payroll processing including:New starters and leaversPermanent and variable pay changesOvertime and commission paymentsSSP, maternity, paternity and shared parental leaveEmployee benefits and deductionsEnsure monthly and annual payroll deadlines are metRespond to payroll-related queries from employees and third parties in line with GDPR and data protection requirementsMaintain accurate payroll records, reports and documentationSupport payroll processes linked to employee benefit schemesLiaise with HR, Finance and external payroll providersAssist with year-end payroll reporting, including P11D and PSA processesCandidate Requirements: Previous payroll experienceStrong knowledge of payroll legislation and compliance (end to end hands on experience)Committed to completing the contractAvailable at short noticeIf you feel that you would be suitable for this position then please apply with your CV.REFER A FRIEND SCHEME: If you refer a candidate to us and they are placed you will be eligible for a cash reward!Due to the high number of CV’s we receive we are unable to respond to all applications therefore if you have not heard from us within 10 days please assume you are unsuccessful in this instance.

PayrollerManchester City CentreHybrid & Flexitime£26,000 - £30,000If you enjoy payroll and are looking for a role where flexibility, stability and people genuinely matter, this is an opportunity worth considering.This is a well-established firm of Chartered Accountants in Manchester City Centre with an excellent reputation — not just for the work they do, but for how they treat their staff. People stay here, and this role has only become available as they continue to expand their team.The team:You’ll be part of a small payroll team of five, which means shared responsibility, proper cover during holidays and a supportive environment during busy periods.One of the biggest ‘sells’ of this role is the people you will be working with. Everyone is really friendly, kind and supportive – exactly what you want if you’re looking for a close-knit department and long-term stability.The Role:The great thing is there’s plenty of variety in the role; a far cry from just data input or number crunching.Your core duties will include:Monthly payrolls alongside a small number of weekly clientsHandling everything from setting up new starters to completing payroll year endHandling all aspects of starters, leavers and calculations such as SSP, SMP etcHandling payroll queries from individualsManaging any workplace pension schemesYour colleagues to one side the owners invest heavily in making sure the team are happy. There’s an open-door policy that gives you an opportunity to discuss anything you want including job, your career, salaries or simply bringing ideas and suggestions to the table – you will be listened to here…it’s what’s made them so successful.Your experience:To be considered for the role you must have previous payroll experience – ideally in a firm of accountants or bureau managing multiple clients; however industry background will be considered.Due to the nature of the role anyone without current UK Payroll experience will not be considered so please do not apply.Summary:If flexibility, being part of a friendly team and having a supportive management team is important to you this is a brilliant payroll position for you to consider.If you would like a confidential discussion please click apply.