Payroll Senior Administrator

Job Overview

Butler Rose is proud to partner with an innovative and rapidly expanding firm in Sheffield that now due to continued business success, is seeking a Payroll Senior to take ownership of their payroll function. This is your opportunity to be instrumental in shaping their payroll services, overseeing pension schemes and providing top‑notch client/colleague support.

If you are an experienced payroller with a keen eye for detail and a passion for managing complex payrolls who thrives in fast‑paced, growth‑oriented environments, this is for you.

As Payroll Senior, you'll be entrusted with managing payrolls from end to end, ensuring accuracy and timeliness. You will liaise directly with HMRC, onboard new payroll clients, and handle advanced payroll tasks such as setting up pension schemes and managing PAYE closures. Beyond payroll, you'll also have the opportunity to develop the team, enhance processes, and contribute to the growth of the firm.

• Oversee end-to-end payroll processing for a range of payroll intervals
• Administer workplace pensions and handle PAYE scheme closures
• Coordinate with HMRC and onboard new payroll clients
• Provide expert payroll support via phone and email, ensuring excellent client relationships
• Contribute to the training and development of the payroll administration team
• Assist in process improvements and complete key analysis tasks
• Manage BACS payments, pension schemes, and other advanced payroll functions
• Advise the Payroll Manager on ways to enhance payroll procedures/structures

We're seeking an organised, personable payroll professional with a passion for payroll and exceptional communication skills. The ideal candidate will possess a track record of working to deadlines, managing a busy workload independently, delivering high-quality results. If you have payroll bureau or similar experience with Bright Pay payroll software, we'd love to talk to you.

• Exceptional organisation and time‑management skills
• Strong communication abilities, both written and verbal
• Experience in a payroll bureau or similar environment
• Familiarity with the Bright Pay payroll system (ideal but not essential)
• CIPP qualification is a plus.

• Salary, up to £34k based on experience
• Hybrid working model for a better work‑life balance
• Well‑being benefits like Medicash and Enhanced Sick Pay
• Life Cover and access to an Employment Assistance Program
• Ongoing support for professional development and CIPP qualifications

If you're ready to take the next step in your career within an expanding firm, we want to hear from you - Apply by clicking the link below.

Butler Rose is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.

Butler Rose Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.