Payroll Administrator

  • Acorn by Synergie
  • Newton Abbot, Devon
  • Aug 10, 2026
Full time Accounting

Job Description

Payroll Administrator Payroll Officer Payroll Coordinator Payroll Assistant Payroll Bureau Administrator

Newton Abbot 28,000- 32,000 per annum Monday to Friday Flexible Hours Permanent



Introduction

Acorn by Synergie is recruiting for an experienced Payroll Administrator to join a supportive and growing professional services team in Newton Abbot.

This is an excellent opportunity for a proactive and detail-oriented payroll professional who enjoys delivering an accurate, efficient payroll service while building strong relationships with clients. Working within a friendly and collaborative team, you'll manage payrolls for a varied client portfolio and play a key role in ensuring compliance with HMRC and pension regulations.



Key Duties

  • Process weekly, fortnightly, and monthly payrolls accurately and on time.
  • Complete HMRC RTI submissions.
  • Administer workplace pensions and auto-enrolment.
  • Prepare and submit CIS returns.
  • Liaise with HMRC and respond to client payroll queries.
  • Maintain accurate payroll records and reporting.
  • Support year-end payroll processes.
  • Audit payroll data to ensure accuracy and compliance.
  • Deliver excellent service to clients and colleagues.


Requirements

  • CIPP qualified or a minimum of 2 years' payroll experience.
  • Good working knowledge of payroll software, ideally Sage 50 Payroll.
  • Strong understanding of payroll legislation, RTI, and workplace pensions.
  • Excellent organisational and communication skills.
  • Ability to prioritise workload and meet deadlines.
  • Previous payroll bureau experience is advantageous.


What We Offer

  • Salary of 28,000- 32,000 per annum, depending on experience.
  • Flexible working hours around core office times.
  • Generous annual leave, increasing with length of service.
  • Medicash healthcare plan.
  • Online employee discount scheme.
  • 24-hour Employee Assistance Programme (EAP).
  • Fully funded training and professional development.
  • Annual professional subscription paid.
  • Employee referral bonus scheme.
  • Wellbeing initiatives.
  • Friendly, supportive, and collaborative working environment.


Interested?

If you're looking for your next opportunity as a Payroll Administrator, Payroll Officer, Payroll Coordinator, Payroll Assistant, or Payroll Bureau Administrator in Newton Abbot, apply today with your up-to-date CV.

Acorn by Synergie acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment.