Payroll Executive – Reading
James Gray Associates

Reading, Berkshire
•9 hours ago
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?? Payroll Executive ?? Salary: Up to £38,000 (up to £44,000 for more senior candidates) ?? Location: Reading (Hybrid: 3 days office / 2 days home; initially 4 office days) ?? Type: Full-time | Permanent �? About the Role This opportunity is ideal for an experienced Payroll Executive with at least 3 years’ experience in a professional practice environment. You will manage a portfolio of clients, delivering end-to-end payroll processing including starters, leavers, personal changes, holiday pay, and statutory payments. You will be part of a supportive payroll team and work closely with clients to ensure accuracy, compliance, and excellent service. ?? Key Responsibilities End-to-end payroll processing for weekly and monthly payrollsEnsure compliance with RTI, Auto Enrolment, and year-end proceduresHandle multiple or complex payrolls across a client portfolioReconcile payroll and perform statutory calculationsProvide exceptional client support via email and telephoneIdentify process improvements and maintain payroll accuracyWork collaboratively within the payroll team to meet deadlines ?? Ideal Candidate Minimum 3 years’ payroll experience within a professional practice/accountancy environmentStrong knowledge of UK payroll legislation, RTI, Auto Enrolment, and statutory complianceConfident with complex payroll calculations and payslip interpretationExcellent client service and communication skillsProactive, hands-on, and detail-orientedExperience with IRIS Payroll Professional is a plusRelevant payroll qualification (CIPP) desirable but not essential Interested?




