Senior Payroll - Nottingham
CV-LibraryNottinghampermanentPosted: 11 August 2026
Apply NowWe’re looking for an experienced Senior Payroll Technician to take ownership of a portfolio of client payrolls, delivering an accurate, compliant and highly responsive payroll service. You’ll manage weekly and monthly payroll cycles, support year-end activity, and act as a key point of contact for payroll queries—working closely with the Payroll Manager and wider colleagues to ensure consistently excellent client service.
Key Responsibilities
Prepare weekly and monthly client payrolls using a range of payroll software.
Liaise with HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) to resolve client issues.
Prepare year-end returns
Manage clients’ CIS Tax Deducted returns to HMRC.
Upload client Direct Bacs payroll payments.
Support the Payroll Manager as needed and provide cover for other Payroll Technicians.Skills & Experience Required
Minimum 3 years’ practical payroll processing experience (ideally within a payroll bureau environment or practice).
Strong experience of payroll calculations and processing, including manual calculations.
Working knowledge of payroll legislation and statutory payments.
Thorough understanding of RTI and Auto Enrolment legislation, and its practical impact on client payrolls.
Ability to manage a portfolio of payrolls, communicate clearly, and meet deadlines consistently.Personal Skills
Motivated and committed to delivering excellent service to clients and colleagues.
Strong team player with a collaborative approach.
Excellent communication skills.
High attention to detail.
Organised and administratively strong.
Able to multitask and prioritise to meet multiple deadlines.Interested? Then apply now for further details
Cherry Professional are recruiting for this opportunity on behalf of our client. Please view our Privacy Policy on our website to understand how your data will be used if you apply for this role
Key Responsibilities
Prepare weekly and monthly client payrolls using a range of payroll software.
Liaise with HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) to resolve client issues.
Prepare year-end returns
Manage clients’ CIS Tax Deducted returns to HMRC.
Upload client Direct Bacs payroll payments.
Support the Payroll Manager as needed and provide cover for other Payroll Technicians.Skills & Experience Required
Minimum 3 years’ practical payroll processing experience (ideally within a payroll bureau environment or practice).
Strong experience of payroll calculations and processing, including manual calculations.
Working knowledge of payroll legislation and statutory payments.
Thorough understanding of RTI and Auto Enrolment legislation, and its practical impact on client payrolls.
Ability to manage a portfolio of payrolls, communicate clearly, and meet deadlines consistently.Personal Skills
Motivated and committed to delivering excellent service to clients and colleagues.
Strong team player with a collaborative approach.
Excellent communication skills.
High attention to detail.
Organised and administratively strong.
Able to multitask and prioritise to meet multiple deadlines.Interested? Then apply now for further details
Cherry Professional are recruiting for this opportunity on behalf of our client. Please view our Privacy Policy on our website to understand how your data will be used if you apply for this role