Client Payroll Senior

BKL is a Top 40 accountancy and advisory business supporting a diverse client base, from entrepreneurs and high-net-worth individuals to ambitious owner-managed businesses and multinational groups. With a legacy spanning over 130 years, we’ve evolved into a modern, purpose-driven business that balances profit with impact.

We are proud to be a certified B Corp, reflecting our commitment to sustainability, transparency, and responsible governance. As a member of DFK International, we support clients locally and internationally with cutting-edge expertise and a personal touch.

We believe all clients deserve the same level of care, innovation, and excellence.

The role of a Payroll Senior is to oversee and ensure the accurate, compliant, and efficient processing of client payroll. This includes managing complex payroll systems, staying updated on statutory regulations as well as payroll calculations. The Payroll Senior is responsible for advising our clients on topical issues/challenges such as tax, National Insurance, and pension matters and providing guidance on allowances, levies, and compliance issues.

• In this Oversee the accurate and timely processing of client payrolls.
• Ensure all payroll activities are compliant with current legislation and internal policies.
• Manage and troubleshoot complex payroll systems and processes.
• Stay up to date with changes in statutory regulations affecting payroll.
• Perform and review payroll calculations to ensure accuracy.
• Advise clients on payroll-related issues, including:
  
  Tax regulations and obligations, National Insurance contributions, Pension schemes and auto-enrolment, Allowances and leviesand General compliance matters
• Provide expert guidance on resolving payroll challenges and queries.
• Support continuous improvement of payroll processes and client service delivery.

• Familiarity with basic payroll processes and an understanding of confidentiality requirements.
• Experience using Microsoft Office applications, especially Excel, for managing and organising data.
• Familiarity with understanding various regulatory requirements and NI contributions

• Payroll Proficiency
• Understanding auto-enrolment and various pension scheme options.
• Ability to manage process of auto-enrolment
• Knowledge of statutory and legal requirements
• Ability to calculate various payments and pro-rata calculations

• Studying towards CIPP qualification

We know you have a lot to offer, which is why we give you the freedom to thrive, no matter who you are or what your background is.

At BKL, We Live By Five Core Values

• Think Big – Be curious, brave, and open to new ideas.
• In It Together – Collaborate, care, and build an inclusive culture.
• Take Pride – Strive for excellence and believe in your impact.
• Do the Right Thing – Act with integrity, honesty, and fairness.
• Enjoy It – Bring your whole self to work and have fun doing it.

At BKL, we’re committed to creating a people-first workplace where everyone can thrive. We offer a carefully curated benefits package, wellbeing support, and meaningful development opportunities that empower you to grow your career.

We’ve designed a flexible, sustainable set of benefits to support your life at work and beyond:

• Private Medical Insurance (PMI) – including mental health cover, hospital treatment & 24/7 GP access
• Health Cash Plans – covering everyday costs like…