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Payroll Supervisor

Reading
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Payroll Supervisor

Location: Central Reading
Working pattern: Full-time, 5 days per week in the office

We are a growing SME accountancy practice based in Central Reading, seeking an experienced Payroll Supervisor to manage a varied portfolio of payroll clients.

Key Responsibilities

  • Oversee the end-to-end processing of multiple client payrolls (weekly, fortnightly, monthly)
  • Manage and review payroll for a portfolio of SME clients, ensuring accuracy and compliance
  • Act as the main point of contact for payroll-related client queries
  • Ensure compliance with HMRC regulations, RTI submissions, auto-enrolment, and statutory payments
  • Support, review, and mentor junior payroll staff
  • Liaise with HMRC and pension providers as required

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Key Requirements

  • Proven experience in payroll within an accountancy practice or bureau environment
  • Strong working knowledge of UK payroll legislation and compliance
  • Confident in managing multiple deadlines and client relationships
  • Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills
  • Payroll qualifications (e.g. CIPP) are desirable but not essential

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This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced payroll professional looking for a stable, office-based role within a friendly and supportive practice environment.


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Skills

Payroll Management
Client Relationship Management
HMRC Compliance
RTI Submissions
Auto-Enrolment
Statutory Payments
Mentoring
Attention to Detail
Organizational Skills
UK Payroll Legislation
Deadline Management

Location

Reading, England, United Kingdom

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