Payroll Specialist
County Antrim / County Down
Permanent Opportunity -Full-Time or Part-Time
£32,000 Pro Rata

Hours
The client can accommodate either:

• Full-time: Monday to Friday, 9:00am – 5:00pm
• Part-time: Approximately 3 days per week, with flexibility on how hours are worked

There may also be some flexibility around start and finish times.

Salary

Circa £32,000 per annum (pro rata for part-time hours)

Apple Recruitment is delighted to be recruiting on behalf of a well-established and highly regarded accountancy practice for a Payroll Specialist to join their growing team on a permanent basis.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced payroll professional who enjoys working in a client-focused environment and managing payroll services for a varied portfolio of clients. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring the accurate and timely processing of payrolls while providing a high standard of service and support.
While payroll will be the primary focus of the role, the successful candidate may also have the opportunity to support other areas of the practice, including VAT returns and other general accountancy and compliance duties, depending on experience and business requirements.

The client is open to considering candidates seeking either full-time employment or a part-time arrangement of approximately 3 days per week, with flexibility on how those hours are worked.

The Role
Working within a busy accountancy practice, you will be responsible for delivering payroll services to a diverse range of clients across multiple sectors.

Key Responsibilities

• Processing weekly and monthly payrolls for a portfolio of clients.
• Ensuring payrolls are completed accurately and within agreed deadlines.
• Managing workplace pension administration, including NEST and Smart Pension schemes.
• Preparing and administering P11D submissions.
• Setting up PAYE/Tax at Source arrangements for new clients.
• Processing starters, leavers and payroll amendments.
• Managing statutory payments including SSP, SMP and other payroll calculations.
• Responding to client payroll queries and providing advice where appropriate.
• Maintaining accurate payroll records and ensuring compliance with HMRC requirements.
• Supporting year-end payroll activities and reporting requirements.
• Building and maintaining strong client relationships through a professional and responsive service.
• Assisting with additional client accounting and compliance duties as required, including VAT returns and other ad hoc practice support activities.

About You

Essential Criteria

• Previous payroll experience, ideally gained within an accountancy practice, payroll bureau or similar environment.
• Experience processing multiple payrolls simultaneously.
• Strong knowledge of payroll legislation and HMRC requirements.
• Experience administering workplace pension schemes and auto-enrolment.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong organisational and time management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines and priorities.
• Excellent communication and client service skills.
• Good IT skills, including payroll software and Microsoft Office applications.

Desirable Criteria

• Experience preparing and managing P11Ds.
• Experience setting up PAYE schemes for new clients.
• Experience working with NEST and/or Smart Pension.
• Experience preparing or assisting with VAT returns.
• A payroll qualification or relevant professional certification.

Why Apply?
This is an excellent opportunity to join a respected accountancy practice servicing a diverse client base across Northern Ireland. The role offers flexibility, autonomy and the opportunity to become a key member of a supportive and professional team.
Whether you are seeking a full-time opportunity or a flexible part-time arrangement, this position offers a rewarding role for an experienced payroll professional looking to further develop their career and broaden their exposure across payroll, pensions and wider accountancy support functions.

Interested?
If you would like to be considered for this opportunity, please submit your up-to-date CV to Apple Recruitment.

Please note: Applicants must have the unrestricted right to work in the UK on a permanent basis.
Apple Recruitment Services is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
Apple Recruitment Services is an Equal Opportunities Employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates.