Job Description

NXTGEN is delighted to be partnering with a modern and forward-thinking accountancy firm in Norwich to recruit a Payroll Senior to join their experienced and supportive payroll team. This is a newly created role, driven by continued growth in client demand and the expansion of the firm's payroll offering. It's a brilliant opportunity for an experienced payroller to step into a role with real variety, autonomy, and future progression.

As the new Payroll Senior, you'll be joining a friendly and collaborative team who pride themselves on delivering a high quality service. This role offers much more than just processing, you'll be a key point of contact for clients, advising on payroll matters, supporting junior members of the team, and getting involved in process improvement initiatives as the department continues to grow. The client base is diverse, ranging from ambitious start-ups to long-established SMEs across a range of industries, giving you exposure to different payroll scenarios and complexities.

You'll be joining a firm whose employees and clients are at the heart of what they do. Known locally for their down to earth culture and flexible working environment, they offer the ideal space for payroll professionals to thrive. I've had the pleasure of working closely with this firm for several years, successfully placing their current Payroll Manager along with a number of their wider finance team, so I can give you a genuine insight into what to expect and the success stories that have followed.

Key Responsibilities:

Process end-to-end payroll for a portfolio of clients, ensuring accuracy and compliance with current legislation Handle complex payroll queries and provide expert advice on PAYE, pensions, statutory payments, and auto-enrolment Review and support the work of junior payroll staff, offering guidance and mentoring Collaborate with clients to ensure accurate payroll data is collected and submitted on time Identify opportunities to streamline processes and contribute to the continuous improvement of payroll operations Maintain up-to-date knowledge of payroll legislation and share best practice across the team
What We're Looking For:

Previous experience in payroll processing, ideally within an accountancy practice or bureau environment Strong technical understanding of payroll legislation and processes Proficient in payroll software such as Sage Payroll, Xero Payroll, or similar Excellent attention to detail and ability to manage a busy workload across multiple deadlines Confident communication skills to build trusted relationships with clients and colleagues A proactive and positive approach, with a desire to develop both personally and professionally
If you're looking for a Payroll Senior role that offers variety, ownership, and the chance to make a real impact - all within a friendly and growing firm - this could be the perfect next step. For more information, or a confidential chat, please get in touch with Annie today.

Salary is dependent on experience.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: 28,000.00-32,000.00 per year

Expected hours: 25 - 30 per week

Benefits:

Company events Company pension Cycle to work scheme Employee discount Enhanced maternity leave Free parking Health & wellbeing programme Life insurance Referral programme Sick pay Store discount
Schedule:

Flexitime Monday to Friday
Experience:

Payroll: 4 years (required)
Work Location: In person

Reference ID: Norwich/ Payroll Senior