Payroll Technician

Job Title:

Payroll Technician

Location:

South Bristol (Onsite for training → Hybrid thereafter)
Salary: £32,000 - £37,000 (Pro Rata)

Hours:

3 Days Per Week
* Term‑Time Only Option Available

Employment Type:

Permanent, Part-Time

REED Accountancy is working exclusively with a South Bristol education organisation to recruit a Payroll Technician. This role is perfect for someone who enjoys payroll accuracy, data manipulation, systems and reporting, and wants flexibility - including school‑run friendly hours and the option to work term‑time only.

• Process end‑to‑end payroll and pensions using Cintra
• Maintain accurate payroll records and process starters, leavers & contractual changes
• Lead monthly payroll checks and resolve queries
• Support year‑end pension activities and statutory returns
• Produce workforce reports for SLT and other stakeholders
• Improve payroll processes, systems and SOPs

• Payroll processing and pension administration experience
• Good Excel and data manipulation skills
• Confident with payroll systems (Cintra desirable)
• Good knowledge of payroll legislation and compliance

• 27-30 days annual leave (pro rata)
• Excellent public sector pension schemes
• Enhanced family leave
• Free gym, free parking, cycle to work
• GP helpline, EAP, discount portal
• Access to L&D, library, subsidised café

If this sounds like the role for you - please apply online ASAP. Shortlisted applicants will be contacted within 48 working hours.