Payroll Technician


Company:	IPS Group Limited
Salary:	£34,000 - £39,000
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Leeds, LS1
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	29 Jul 2026
Closing date:	27 Aug 2026

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Summary

Our client is seeking a detail-oriented Payroll Administrator to join their team and help deliver accurate, compliant payroll services to both staff and clients.

Benefits

- Competitive salary

- Performance-related bonus

- Top Pension scheme

- Sports and social events

- Training and development opportunities

Key Responsibilities of Payroll Administrator:

- Processing staff, director, and client payrolls (weekly, monthly, quarterly) in line with UK regulations.

- Provide subject matter expertise and support on successful testing and delivery of key projects including:

- PSP development & releases

- Onboarding of new schemes

- Internal & external scheme transfers

- Payroll system upgrades

- Rectification process testing

- New system development and testing

- Other software releases / upgrades

- Other ad hoc projects as required

- Test case writing and creation for the new payroll system.

- New system implementation.

- Managing statutory payments, deductions, Auto-Enrolment, RTI submissions, and third-party payments.

- Supporting payroll compliance, including P11Ds, P60s, PSA, and related reporting.

- Collaborating with Administration, HR, and Finance teams to ensure timely and accurate payments.

- Assisting with projects such as system upgrades and onboarding of new schemes.

- Helping maintain and improve payroll processes and controls.

- Escalating and resolving technical issues with relevant teams.

Essential:

- Extensive experience in running high-volume payroll

- Up-to-date knowledge of UK payroll legislation.

- CIPP Qualification part or qualified

- Ability to handle complex payroll queries

- Strong customer service and communication skills.

- Experience in process improvement, including documentation and problem-solving.

- Team player who thrives in a fast-paced environment.

- Positive, proactive, and adaptable attitude

IPS Finance has 45 years experience in the Yorkshire accountancy recruitment market. We have built our business on long term relationships with both individuals and clients in all sectors, bringing real benefits to all concerned. Please visit the IPS Finance website to view the latest accountancy / finance and practice opportunities.

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