Puro Associates Ltd
Published
September 18, 2026
Location
Jarrow, Tyne and Wear, United Kingdom
Category
Job Type
Perm  
Salary
£30,000 — £38,000

Description

Payroll Specialist
Location: Jarrow
Salary: £30,000–£38,000
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Office-based

Puro Associates are delighted to be working with an established and well-regarded accountancy practice in Jarrow, who are looking to recruit an experienced Payroll Specialist to join their team.
This is a great opportunity for someone with payroll bureau or accountancy practice experience who enjoys working closely with clients and managing a varied portfolio of payrolls.

What’s on Offer?

  • Salary of £30,000–£38,000 depending on experience
  • Established and supportive accountancy practice
  • Varied client portfolio
  • Client-facing role with genuine responsibility
  • Opportunities for career development and progression
  • Full-time, permanent position

The Role

  • Processing weekly, four-weekly and monthly payrolls for a portfolio of clients
  • Managing starters, leavers, salary changes, deductions and statutory payments
  • Preparing and submitting HMRC payroll submissions
  • Managing pension auto-enrolment and related requirements
  • Dealing directly with client payroll queries
  • Producing payroll reports and relevant documentation
  • Liaising with HMRC and pension providers
  • Maintaining accurate and up-to-date payroll records
  • Ensuring payrolls are processed accurately and within deadlines
  • Keeping up to date with changes in payroll legislation

About You

  • Previous payroll experience within an accountancy practice or payroll bureau
  • Strong understanding of UK payroll legislation and processes
  • Experience managing multiple client payrolls
  • Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
  • Confident using payroll software and Excel
  • Strong communication and client-facing skills
  • Able to manage your own workload and meet deadlines
  • Professional and discreet when handling confidential information

If you're an experienced Payroll Specialist looking for your next move within a successful accountancy practice, get in touch for a confidential discussion.

Puro Associates are experts in connecting top-tier talent with industry-leading opportunities, specialising in exceptional recruitment solutions for the accountancy and legal sectors

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