Hamiltons Group Limited - now part of Jerroms GCN
Senior Payroll Advisor
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About Us
At Jerroms, part of the Sumer Group (one of the UK’s fastest-growing accountancy practices), we know our people are at the heart of everything we do. We’re not just colleagues – we’re a community. We’re committed to creating an environment where you can grow professionally and personally, with access to mentorship, learning opportunities, and a clear path for progression.
About the Role
We're looking for an experienced Senior Payroll Advisor to join our expanding team. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with a strong payroll background to play a key role in delivering high-quality payroll services across a diverse client base. If you have experience in a payroll bureau or an in-house payroll setting, we'd love to hear from you!
Key Responsibilities
- Manage a portfolio of clients, overseeing the accurate and timely processing of weekly, fortnightly, and monthly payrolls while acting as the primary point of contact for complex payroll matters.
- Lead the end-to-end processing and review of complex payrolls, including manual calculations, reconciliations, RTI submissions, statutory payments, pensions, CIS, and HMRC compliance.
- Provide expert advice to clients on PAYE, tax codes, statutory payments, pensions, employee benefits, Attachment of Earnings Orders, and payroll legislation.
- Ensure the accurate processing of BACS salary and PAYE payments, statutory reporting, and all HMRC submissions, maintaining compliance with legislative requirements.
- Review payroll quality, resolve escalated issues, identify process improvements, and ensure the highest standards of accuracy, compliance, and client service.
- Support, coach, and mentor Payroll Advisors, sharing technical expertise, assisting with complex queries, and supporting the Payroll Manager with team development and operational priorities.
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- Proven experience working in a payroll bureau or busy payroll department handling multiple payrolls.
- Strong understanding of UK payroll legislation and HMRC regulations, including RTI, auto-enrolment, statutory payments, and CIS.
- Proficiency in cloud-based payroll systems with the ability to learn other systems if required.
- Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including the ability to manage data sets, use formulas, and create reports.
- Attention to detail and a high level of accuracy in all aspects of payroll processing.
- Strong communication skills with the ability to explain complex payroll matters to clients in a clear and professional manner.
- Highly organised with the ability to prioritize workload and meet strict deadlines.
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