We are a friendly and growing accountancy practice based in Newcastle upon Tyne, and we’re looking for an organised and detail-oriented Payroll & Admin Manager to join our team.
About the Role
You will play a key role in both our payroll and administrative functions. Working with a portfolio of clients, you’ll be responsible for running payrolls accurately and on time, as well as handling a range of practice admin tasks.

Key Responsibilities

• Processing client payrolls using BrightPay payroll software
• Managing PAYE/CIS, pensions, and statutory requirements (RTI submissions, auto-enrolment, etc.)
• Supporting client onboarding, including setting up records and systems
• Assisting with company secretarial work (Companies House filings, maintaining registers, etc.)
• General administrative support to partners and the wider team

About You

We’re looking for someone with:

• Experience in a payroll/admin role, ideally within an accountancy practice
• Familiarity with payroll legislation and processes
• Confidence using BrightPay (or similar payroll software)
• Strong organisational and communication skills
• A proactive and reliable approach to work

What We Offer

• A supportive, close-knit team environment
• Opportunity to work across a variety of clients and industries
• 20 days holiday + bank holidays
• Birthday off every year
• Extra holiday for each year of service
• Full-time or part-time hours available for the right candidate

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £25,000.00-£29,000.00 per year

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Newcastle upon Tyne NE4 7YL: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Experience:

• Payroll: 2 years (required)

Work Location: In perso

• Processing client payrolls using BrightPay payroll software
• Managing PAYE/CIS, pensions, and statutory requirements (RTI submissions, auto-enrolment, etc.)
• Supporting client onboarding, including setting up records and systems
• Assisting with company secretarial work (Companies House filings, maintaining registers, etc.)
• General administrative support to partners and the wider tea