Senior Payroll Clerk

Location: West Bristol
Pay Rate: Negotiable - Premium Rate Available
Contract Type: Temporary to Permanent
Start Date: Immediate
Work Style: Hybrid
Hours: Flexible start and finish times

We're recruiting a Senior Payroll Clerk for a fast-growing business based in West Bristol, currently undergoing a system implementation and a period of rapid expansion. This is a hands-on role requiring someone with solid payroll experience who can hit the ground running with limited training provided.You'll be responsible for managing payroll processes from end to end, ensuring accuracy and compliance across all areas. The ideal candidate will be confident working independently and have a strong understanding of payroll legislation and reporting.

Key Responsibilities:

• Processing weekly and monthly payrolls
• Managing pension contributions, P45s, P60s, and other statutory documents
• Handling payroll queries and liaising with internal departments
• Reconciling payroll accounts and ensuring data accuracy
• Supporting the implementation of a new payroll/finance system
• Maintaining compliance with HMRC and internal policies
• Assisting with year-end payroll tasks and reporting

Ideal Candidate:

• 2+ years' experience in payroll, ideally in a senior or sole-charge role
• Strong working knowledge of payroll systems and Excel
• Experience with pensions, P45s, P60s, and statutory reporting
• Able to work independently with minimal supervision
• Available immediately and open to a temp-to-perm arrangement

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