Portfolio Payroll Limited

Payroll Team Lead Are you a payroll professional ready to step into a leadership role where your skills will shape the client experience from day one? We're hiring a Payroll Team Lead to take charge of onboarding new payroll clients and leading a high-performing team through critical project transitions. This is your chance to join one of the UK's most forward-thinking SaaS companies, delivering cutting-edge payroll solutions from the heart of Manchester. The Opportunity As Payroll Team Lead, you'll be the driving force behind successful client onboarding. You'll take ownership of the full implementation lifecycle -guiding both clients and your team through setup, planning, and delivery with precision. This isn't just about hitting deadlines -it's about creating a streamlined, confident onboarding experience for every customer. You'll manage people and projects simultaneously, setting the tone for operational excellence and ensuring your team performs at a consistently high level. Why This Role Stands Out Join an award-winning, global software business Work within one of the UK's most progressive and tech-driven payroll bureaus Step into a modern and fast-paced work environment built around collaboration Unlock clear and exciting career development pathways What You'll Be Responsible For Leading and developing a team of onboarding specialists through regular check-ins, coaching, and reviews Planning and delivering structured onboarding projects, balancing resources and timelines across multiple clients Serving as a key point of contact during implementation-educating clients and building confidence in both service and system Setting team goals, defining KPIs, and actively managing performance metrics Maintaining documentation and process maps to ensure consistency across all onboarding activity Monitoring team productivity and reporting performance daily Ensuring SLA and compliance standards (including GDPR) are met across all interactions Supporting your team through training, onboarding new hires, and managing workload across absences or high-demand periods Taking responsibility for onboarding targets, including managing the go-live delivery pipeline (16-20 onboardings/month) Driving quality through call audits, file reviews, and proactive risk management What You Bring Leadership experience within a payroll environment A strong understanding of the importance of accuracy, compliance, and service excellence Confident communicator who can manage stakeholder expectations and support team development Naturally organised and metrics-focused, with a hands-on approach to solving problems Awareness of UK payroll legislation and onboarding best practices What You'll Get in Return Competitive salary Profit share scheme 25 days holiday + bank holidays (plus holiday increases after 2 and 5 years) Day off on your birthday Royal London pension & life insurance On-site gym Access to Employee Assistance Programme Bright Exchange discounts (retail & more) Company incentives and team-based rewards Career development and learning from an experienced, collaborative team Brand-new Manchester City Centre offices Want to hear more about this role? Apply directly or email (url removed) or call on (phone number removed) and ask for Jaemiel De Guzman to discuss the role further. INDPAYN 49700JDGR2

A leading global firm are seeking a Payroll Administrator to join their fun and bubbly team on a 12-month FTC (Maternity Cover) Payroll Administrator Location: Birmingham Salary: Crica 35,000 Hours of work: 9am-5pm Hybrid working options! Key Responsibilities: Process UK payrolls accurately and on time, including starters, leavers, and adjustments Manage statutory payments (e.g., SMP, SSP) and reconcile payroll data Perform manual payroll calculations and gross-to-net adjustments Submit statutory reports (FPS, pension submissions) and assist with P60s and P11Ds Collaborate with internal teams to resolve payroll queries Requirements: Proven experience processing end to end payroll Strong knowledge of UK payroll legislation Desirable: Experience using SAP Advanced Excel skills, including lookups and pivot tables High attention to detail and accuracy in data handling Ideal personality - bubbly, confident, personable & proactive This opportunity is not worth missing out on! Please apply today to be considered for the role and to find out more. INDPAY 49844HG

Portfolio Payroll are supporting a prestigious client in York, seeking a Payroll Advisor to join them on a 3 month temporary basis. The role is 1-2 days per week in the office, and can provide additional flexibility on an ad hoc basis. This role is paying between 15 - 17 per hour. Key duties of the role include; Supporting with the end to end payroll processing for up to 1000 employees across 3 payrolls - all on a monthly basis Manual calculations Support with pension queries and auto- enrolment Staff expenses and mileage P11d's If you are interested in this role, please apply for more information. Interviews taking place this week! INDTEMP 49810LG

Portfolio Payroll are supporting a prestigious client in York, seeking a Payroll Manager to join them on a 6 month temporary basis. The role offers lots of flexibility, being 1-2 days in the office each week, and can be flex surrounding start and finish times. This role can be done on an hourly or daily rate basis, equivalent of 48,000. Key duties of the role include; Processing end to end payroll for up to 1000 employees across 3 payrolls Oversight of the existing payroll team, providing support with any difficult queries and within the team Being involved in the current transformation of the wider business Working closely with HR and Reward function Pensions & Auto-enrolment TUPE transfers If you are interested in this role, please apply for more information. Interviews taking place this week! INDTEMP 49809LG

Portfolio Payroll are supporting a prestigious client in York, seeking a Payroll Assistant to join them on a 3 month temporary basis. The role offers lots of flexibility, being 1-2 days in the office each week, and can be flex surrounding start and finish times. This role will be paying between 13 - 14.50 per hour Key duties of the role include; Processing starters and leavers Data entry using excel Processing timesheets and expenses Inputting with reconciliations Payslip distribution If you are interested in this role, please apply for more information. Interviews taking place this week! INDTEMP 49811LG

We are working with a well established charity who provide an essential service to healthcare providers delivering inpatient and community needs. Our client is looking for an experienced Payroll Specialist who can hit the ground running, is comfortable with high volumes and confident in dealing with queries. The client is undergoing a project and need an experienced pair of hands to support with parallel runs and ensure a smooth transition onto their new system. INTEMP 49797SM

This is a fantastic opportunity for a Payroll Coordinator, delivering full payroll services across the in the UK. The core focus of this role is ensuring employees are paid accurately and on time , while maintaining compliance with regional legislation. Key Responsibilities Manage and process monthly payroll ensuring compliance with local legislation. Reconcile payrolls in line with audit requirements and internal controls . Provide payroll support across the UK . Handle all aspects of payroll input and verification to ensure accurate and timely employee payments. Identify and resolve payroll-related issues , working proactively to implement solutions. Liaise with internal and external clients , ensuring effective payroll service delivery. Work with external statutory bodies , including auditors, to maintain compliance. Manage ongoing relationships with key stakeholders , ensuring smooth payroll operations. What We're Looking For Strong experience with end-to-end payroll . Attention to detail , problem-solving skills, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. Experience managing stakeholder relationships Strong manual calculations experience INDTEMP 49796JJ

My client is a large accountancy practice based in the Newcastle area. Working in an established practice, you will be the go-to payroll person in the team. Our client is looking for an experienced payroll professional with vast experience in client facing payroll processing to join them on a permanent basis. Job Description Reporting directly to the Operations Manager, you will be responsible for the timely and accurate processing of weekly and monthly payroll for the portfolio of clients for the business. The role is hybrid working (4 days in the office) with great flexitime and an early Friday finish. The holidays are 26 days plus bank holidays and also has Christmas days off on top of this. Responsibilities Managing the payroll processing as your sole responsibility Process improvement and minimising errors Solving queries and conducting client facing discussions with clients Communicating with external clients and internal stakeholders Producing reports for senior management with regards to payroll Ability to assist on hands on payroll and picking up new clients Using Brightpay internal payroll system to process payroll and Microsoft excel Requirements Able to demonstrate sole responsibility Examples of management experience to show your experience of balancing workload Interest in development of teams long term Previous experience processing complex payrolls high volume Need to be up to date on legislation Experience of working with other departments Strong written and verbal communication skills High level of accuracy and attention to detail Good systems skills including MS Excel Bureau/client payroll experience essential If this role sounds like your next best opportunity, feel free to apply directly here or email (url removed) and we will respond to your application as soon as we can. For more information on this role feel free to call our offices on (phone number removed) and ask for Liam. INDPAYN

Are you an experienced payroll professional with strong Excel skills and a passion for making a difference? We're looking for a Senior Payroll Coordinator to join a well-respected charity based in Birmingham. In this key role, you will take ownership of preparing, checking, and submitting payroll data to an outsourced payroll provider. You'll play a vital part in ensuring their employees are paid accurately and on time while supporting payroll processes. Key Responsibilities: Oversee and manage the full payroll input and checking process Ensure all payroll data is accurately collated and submitted to our external payroll provider Work with high volumes of data using Excel (VLOOKUPs, pivot tables, formulas) Monitor and maintain sickness absence records Process and validate statutory payments including maternity, paternity, and sickness pay Collaborate closely with HR and Finance teams to ensure smooth operations Respond to internal payroll queries and provide support where needed About You: Previous experience in a payroll-focused role, ideally within a mid to large-sized organisation Strong working knowledge of Excel - including VLOOKUPs, pivot tables, and complex formulas Solid understanding of UK payroll legislation, including statutory payments Highly organised with strong attention to detail Able to manage deadlines and handle confidential information sensitively Experience working with an outsourced payroll provider is desirable What They Offer: A rewarding role within a passionate, values-driven organisation Hybrid and flexible working arrangements Ongoing training and development opportunities INDPAY 49786LW

Portfolio Payroll is collaborating with a well-established accountancy practice to recruit a Payroll Administrator on a full-time, permanent basis. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced payroll professional to join a respected organisation who is rewarding and supportive. Key Responsibilities: Responsible for own portfolio of client payrolls Operating weekly and monthly payrolls Obtain the relevant information from the client, process the information and send the final payroll and pay slips etc to the client Arrange the BACS payment of employees for some of the clients Dealing with client queries regarding payroll matters Dealing with Auto enrolment; pension letters and uploads Desirable skills and attributes: Previous experience in client payroll (Bureau/ Practice) Proficient using Excel and Sage Payroll Confident Communicator Good eye for detail, and can work with precision Ability to work to tight deadlines, in a fast-paced environment Able to work independently and collaboratively What's on offer: Salary up to 30,000 DOE 23 days holidays plus banks Free parking Work socials Flexible working hours If this sounds like your next best opportunity, apply directly or call on (phone number removed) and ask for Lidya to discuss the role further. INDPAYN

Are you detail-oriented, organized, and ready to be a crucial part of the team within a Chartered Accountancy Practice? We're seeking a dedicated Payroll Administrator join our team and manage their internal team. Responsibilities The role involves supporting the Payroll Manager in delivering efficient payroll and pension services, ensuring compliance with regulations, working alongside a small team of payroll professionals. Process payroll reports Process start to finish client's payroll Update and maintain client workflow status through payroll software Deal with HMRC PAYE queries Deal with payroll queries raised by both internal and external clients Liaise with Line Manager in assisting setting up of PAYE schemes for clients Set up of new PAYE scheme payroll database and update control sheets Ensure filing of emails and payroll instructions are up to date Send PAYE cheques to HMRC for and on behalf of clients Take telephone messages Assist the Payroll Managers with ad hoc tasks as required Experience 1+ years' experience with end-to-end payroll Desirables Clients System experience with STAR - IRIS INDPAY

Are you a skilled and passionate payroll professional seeking a new challenge within the vibrant and creative arts sector? This is an exciting opportunity to join a highly respected and culturally influential organisation that plays a key role in shaping the future of film and television in the UK. The Role: We are seeking a Payroll Supervisor to take the reins of a varied and hands-on in-house payroll. You'll be managing the end-to-end processing of a complex monthly payroll for both permanent and contract staff, overseeing compliance, reporting, and employee queries - all within a collaborative, close-knit team. This is a manual, high-touch payroll with plenty of scope to get involved in process reviews, enhancements, and projects, including system improvements. You'll also act as a key point of contact across HR, Finance and external bodies, so strong communication and stakeholder management is key. Key Responsibilities: End-to-end processing of monthly payroll, including starters, leavers, adjustments, pensions, benefits and statutory payments Supervision of a small payroll team, ensuring accuracy, compliance and a high standard of service delivery (but also supported by a Payroll Manager) Reconciliation of payroll reports and working closely with Finance for month-end and year-end processes Managing and responding to payroll-related queries from staff and external stakeholders Driving process improvement and supporting payroll system changes Ensuring compliance with current legislation including HMRC, RTI, auto-enrolment and statutory deductions About You: Proven experience in a payroll or senior payroll position Confident with manual calculations and complex payroll processes Knowledge of pensions, statutory payments, and HMRC legislation Excellent Excel skills and strong attention to detail A proactive, supportive and team-oriented attitude Experience in the creative, arts or not-for-profit sector is advantageous, but not essential Why Join? Work in an inspiring and culturally rich sector that celebrates creativity and innovation Be part of a fantastic, collaborative payroll team with outstanding staff retention Flexible hybrid working (1 days in the office) Access to exclusive screenings, events, and internal development opportunities A supportive environment that promotes wellbeing, inclusion and work-life balance If you're looking for a fulfilling role in a dynamic organisation that truly values its people, this is your opportunity to make a real impact. Apply now or reach out to learn more about this unique opportunity in the creative sector! INDPAY 49546LWR1

Our client is keen to employ an experienced payroll professional as a Payroll & HR Officer to join their friendly team. Duties include; The selected individual will be tasked with overseeing the payroll for approximately 140 employees. In addition to this responsibility, the payroll team member will engage with their expanding client base to manage, process, and administer monthly pensioner payrolls. Furthermore, the position will encompass various ad hoc finance and payroll-related responsibilities appropriate to the role's level. Facilitate the seamless operation of payroll systems by coordinating with service providers to address system issues or implement changes, and promptly report any suggested modifications or concerns regarding the payroll computer system to management. Collaborate with the Financial Consultant to develop and uphold payroll policies and procedures that are relevant, appropriate, and compliant with legal and regulatory standards. In partnership with senior colleagues, efficiently manage the onboarding of new pensioner payrolls in accordance with the established process. Similarly, work alongside senior colleagues to effectively oversee the termination of existing pensioner payrolls following the designated exit procedure. Ensure that payroll reports are meticulously prepared and processed, complying with statutory filing obligations (such as P14/P60, P45, and P46) and distributed within the stipulated timelines. Conduct monthly and year-end reconciliations (including Payroll, PAYE, NIC, and Auditor's schedule), ensuring figures are balanced and necessary payments are arranged. Conduct bank verifications, perform monthly reconciliations, manage communication regarding contributions, update cashbooks, and process BACS payments for primary clients. Provide assistance to colleagues as necessary. Plan and implement the tax year-end process, ensuring completion and submission for review and signature before distribution. Maintain documentation of workflows, keeping the Financial Consultant informed of the current status and any potential issues. Enhance the Firm's services by identifying, introducing, and refining internal processes to boost accuracy and ensure consistency. Guarantee a complete audit trail by obtaining and organizing backups for client bank transactions in preparation for external audits. Record and preserve data in accordance with business protocols, specifically adhering to the "Compliance Procedures Manual" and data protection legislation. Participate in all necessary training to enhance relevant personal knowledge, skills, and capabilities, while pursuing qualifications pertinent to the role. Exhibit ongoing professional development by maintaining current knowledge and documenting it according to internal procedures. Comply with all established policies and procedures related to compliance, health and safety, and quality management. You will have: a minimum of 12 months of payroll bureau experience or experience managing multiple payrolls simultaneously Processed EPS, FPS and P45s They must have a comprehensive understanding of the employee payroll lifecycle and be capable of working independently due to the sensitive nature of payroll information. Additionally, they should be comfortable addressing payroll inquiries from employees, retirees, and team members. Experience with pension auto-enrollment, salary sacrifice, and knowledge of pension scheme regulations is essential. Candidates should also be proficient in manual tax calculations and familiar with tax codes. They must be able to process and interpret court orders, child maintenance, and pension sharing orders, as well as conduct minimum wage assessments. Proficiency in Word and Excel is required, along with strong communication skills via telephone and email to interact effectively with colleagues and pensioners. Good time management and organizational abilities are necessary. Experience with Sage, Profund (P3), and Xero Accounting or similar software is preferred. A CIPP Payroll Technician Certificate qualification is ideal, or candidates should be willing to pursue this certification. Experience in onboarding new payroll clients is also required. If the above ticks your boxes, then apply now! INDPAY 49583RC

Payroll Manager (Part-Time - 30 Hours) Location: Wolverhampton, Hybrid Working Available Hours: Part-Time - 30 hours per week (4 days a week) Salary: Competitive + Benefits This client is seeking a highly capable and motivated Payroll Manager to join their dynamic team on a part-time basis. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role at one of the UK most exciting sports clubs, taking ownership of a complex payroll function across multiple entities. As the Payroll Manager, you will be instrumental in managing the end-to-end payroll process while driving continuous improvement through systems implementation and strong people leadership. This role is ideal for someone looking to combine strategic thinking with hands-on delivery in a fast-paced, values-led environment. Key Responsibilities Oversee and manage the full start-to-finish payroll process, ensuring accuracy and compliance with relevant legislation and club policies. Lead on payroll system upgrades and implementations to improve efficiency and reporting capabilities. Manage and support the payroll team, providing leadership, training, and development. Serve as the key point of contact for internal departments (Finance, HR, Legal) and external partners (HMRC, pension providers, benefit platforms). Ensure timely and accurate processing of payments, deductions, pensions, P11Ds, and year-end reconciliations. Maintain up-to-date knowledge of payroll legislation and best practice, advising senior stakeholders on implications and actions. Contribute to continuous improvement and standardisation of payroll policies, controls, and processes. Ideal Candidate Profile Proven experience in a payroll management role, ideally within a complex or multi-entity environment. Strong understanding of UK payroll legislation, pensions, and statutory reporting. Experience with payroll system implementation or transformation projects. Excellent stakeholder management skills, with the ability to build strong relationships across all levels of the business. A proactive mindset with a passion for process improvement and people development. CIPP qualification or working towards it (preferred but not essential). Experience in a sporting, hospitality, or events-driven industry is advantageous. What We Offer A unique opportunity to be part of one of football's most respected clubs. Flexible hybrid working options (subject to operational needs). A supportive and collaborative team culture. Excellent staff benefits, including club perks and discounts. Ready to take the lead? Be a part of their proud history and ambitious future. Apply today and help shape the payroll excellence behind the scenes. INDPAY 49763LW

Portfolio Payroll are supporting a vibrant business in Manchester, seeking an Interim Stand Alone Payroll professional on an ongoing temporary basis. Please note this role is PT and you will be required to work the first half of the week. The hourly rate can be negotiable on this, but scope to pay is between 14 - 16 per hour. Key duties of the role include; Processing end to end payroll, on SAGE, over a weekly and monthly basis SAGE Experience is essential PAYE and weekly payroll Pensions and RTI submissions And much more! This role is to start ASAP - so if you are available, please apply without delay. INDTEMP 49767LG

We are currently working with a fantastic organisation currently seeking an experienced Senior Payroll Specialist on a Part Time basis to join them on an FTC until October 2026. This role will be 24 hours per week, split across three working days. As Senior Payroll Specialist, you will report into the Payroll Manager and work alongside another Senior in the team, hands on processing of end-to-end payrolls & supporting with junior team members. Key Responsibilities: Process end to end, inhouse UK payroll on a monthly basis Calculation of all statutory payments including SSP, SMP, SPP, SAP & SHPP Maintenance of Tax and NI records Provide guidance to junior team members & conducting secondary checks on payrolls Carry out reconciliations on payrolls Process adjustments such as overpayments and ad hoc payments, ensuring HMRC receive the correct data Experience required: Excellent UK in-house payroll expeirence Confidence working within a high volume payroll environment Experience working within a similar senior level role Experience of Oracle or SAP is desirable This role offers the flexibility for remote working - with ad hoc travel to the Havant office. INDPAY 49752RM

We are currently working with a fantastic organisation currently seeking an experienced Senior Payroll Specialist on a Part Time basis to join them on an FTC until October 2026. This role will be 24 hours per week, split across three working days. As Senior Payroll Specialist, you will report into the Payroll Manager and work alongside another Senior in the team, hands on processing of end-to-end payrolls & supporting with junior team members. Key Responsibilities: Process end to end, inhouse UK payroll on a monthly basis Calculation of all statutory payments including SSP, SMP, SPP, SAP & SHPP Maintenance of Tax and NI records Provide guidance to junior team members & conducting secondary checks on payrolls Carry out reconciliations on payrolls Process adjustments such as overpayments and ad hoc payments, ensuring HMRC receive the correct data Experience required: Excellent UK in-house payroll expeirence Confidence working within a high volume payroll environment Experience working within a similar senior level role Experience of Oracle or SAP is desirable This role offers the flexibility for remote working - with ad hoc travel to the Havant office. INDPAY 49752RM

PAYROLL PENSIONS OFFICER - 18 - 20 PER HOUR We are currently recruiting for a temporary Payroll and Pensions officer based in South West London the appropriate candidate must be available and ready to start ASAP. Please find more detail on the role below, if this is of interest apply, and one of our consultants will contact you. 2 Month Temp likely to be extended as they are changing payroll systems 5 days a week office - SW1P 3PB Strong end to end payroller Volumes of around (Apply online only) staff members using Itrent Itrent Experience is a MUST Ideally someone with previous experience within the Public Sector/Education sector Would be administering pensions and benefits Social Media Check and DBS Checks are done for any candidate being sent 49735GF INDPAY

Portfolio Payroll is collaborating with a well-established organisation within the public infrastructure sector, who are seeking an experienced Payroll Administrator to join their payroll team based in central Manchester on a hybrid working basis. As a Payroll Administrator, reporting into the Payroll Manager, you will be responsible for: Manage the end-to-end payroll process, ensuring timely and accurate payment to all staff. Accurately calculate salaries, including overtime, deductions, and statutory payments. Contribute to year-end tasks including issuing P60s and preparing P11Ds. Ensure accurate and consistent employee information is reflected in payroll. A desire to learn and understand our time scheduling software. Desirable skills and attributes: Proficient using Excel and Oracle Experience in a high volume payroll experience Confident Communicator Good eye for detail, and can work with precision Ability to work to tight deadlines, in a fast-paced environment Able to work independently and collaboratively What's on offer: Salary Up to 30,000 and could flex depending on experience Flexi time Hybrid working 25 days holidays plus bank holidays Great team ethic and many more If this sounds like your next best opportunity, apply directly or call on (phone number removed) and ask for Lidya to discuss the role further. 49728LA INDPAYN

We are currently working with a fantastic organisation currently seeking an experienced Senior Payroll Specialist on a Part Time basis to join them on an FTC until October 2026. This role will be 24 hours per week, split across three working days. As Senior Payroll Specialist, you will report into the Payroll Manager and work alongside another Senior in the team, hands on processing of end-to-end payrolls & supporting with junior team members. Key Responsibilities: Process end to end, inhouse UK payroll on a monthly basis Calculation of all statutory payments including SSP, SMP, SPP, SAP & SHPP Maintenance of Tax and NI records Provide guidance to junior team members & conducting secondary checks on payrolls Carry out reconciliations on payrolls Process adjustments such as overpayments and ad hoc payments, ensuring HMRC receive the correct data Experience required: Excellent UK in-house payroll expeirence Confidence working within a high volume payroll environment Experience working within a similar senior level role Experience of Oracle or SAP is desirable This role offers the flexibility for remote working - with ad hoc travel to the Havant office. INDPAY 49752RM