Payroll Executive

Are you an experienced Payroll Administrator looking for a role where accuracy, organisation, and customer service are truly appreciated? If you're looking to take ownership of your own client portfolio, build strong working relationships, and play a key role in delivering a first-class payroll service, this opportunity could be the perfect fit. Based in Portsmouth, you'll join a supportive and collaborative team where your expertise will make a real difference. Reporting to the Payroll Manager, your responsibilities will include: Reporting to the Payroll Manager, you will be responsible for: • Managing a portfolio of payroll clients, ensuring payrolls are processed accurately and on time • Entering payroll information, carrying out audit and validation checks, and interfacing with General Ledger and pension systems • Processing statutory payments, including SSP and SMP, in line with current legislation • Completing year-end payroll activities and maintaining time and attendance system updates • Overseeing the end-to-end payroll process, including pension auto enrolment administration • Responding to payroll and pay-related queries, providing excellent support and advice to clients • Reviewing and peer checking payrolls while working closely with colleagues across the payroll team • Keeping up to date with payroll legislation, compliance requirements, and industry best practice What we're looking for: • A minimum of one year's experience in a Payroll Administrator, Payroll Officer, or Payroll Clerk position, ideally within a fast-paced bureau or accountancy environment • Experience managing the full payroll cycle, including pensions, statutory payments, and employee benefits • Exceptional attention to detail with a commitment to producing accurate work • Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently • A customer-focused approach with confidence handling queries via telephone and email • The ability to remain calm under pressure and consistently meet deadlines • Good understanding of current payroll legislation and auto enrolment requirements • Confidence carrying out manual payroll calculations where required What you will get: • Hybrid and flexible working options • Birthday leave • Professional subscription support • A supportive team environment and opportunities to develop your skills If you would like to find out more about this role, please apply with your CV or LinkedIn PDF. We look forward to hearing from you! We take your application seriously and WE RESPOND TO EVERY APPLICATION…because getting a job is hard enough. The Niche Partnership is acting as a recruitment business in relation to this role. The Niche Partnership complies with all relevant UK legislation and doesn't discriminate on any protected characteristics. By completing the application process, you agree to the terms outlined in our Privacy Notice and that The Niche Partnership may contact you in connection with your application in relation to The Niche Partnership providing you with work-finding services. Our Privacy Notice can be viewed under the privacy tab on our website