Senior Payroll & Accounts Administrator

About the role

Our client, a leading international accountancy firm in Central London, is seeking a Senior Payroll & Accounts Administrator. This hybrid position splits time evenly between payroll processing and bookkeeping/accounting duties, offering a varied and dynamic workday.

Key responsibilities

• Process end‑to‑end payroll for a portfolio of around 100 companies.
• Handle student loan deductions, maternity pay, statutory sick pay (SSP) and pension administration.
• Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable.
• Run monthly payroll for small limited companies and larger clients with up to 100 employees.

Required profile

• Minimum 5 years experience at a UK accountancy firm.
• Proven experience in both payroll and bookkeeping/accounts.
• Live within a commutable distance of London.
• Highly organised with the ability to meet strict deadlines.

Required skills

• Proficiency with at least one payroll/accounting package: Xero, QuickBooks, Sage 50 Payroll or BrightPay.

What we offer

• Hybrid working model.
• Friendly team within an established firm.
• Competitive benefits package and focus on employee wellbeing and development.