Head of Payroll Administration

14 hours ago


Plymouth, Plymouth, United Kingdom Azets Full time

Career Opportunities at Azets

We offer a chance to grow professionally and personally, pursuing rewarding careers in payroll administration.

About Our Firm:

Azets is a respected top ten accountancy firm, with extensive operations across the UK, Ireland, and the Nordics.

Job Title:

Head of Payroll Administration

Job Summary:

This challenging role involves overseeing a team of experienced payroll administrators to deliver high-quality services to clients, whilst working closely with the Payroll Manager to maintain strategic alignment.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead and motivate a team of skilled payroll administrators, focusing on individual and collective performance improvement.
  • Implement robust processes for efficient handling of payroll queries and meeting tight deadlines.
  • Cooperate with the Payroll Manager to achieve seamless collaboration between departments, facilitating exceptional client satisfaction.
  • Handle various payroll-related tasks, encompassing payroll payments and account reconciliations, while driving continuous process enhancements.
  • Pursue professional development and mentorship opportunities to advance the skills of team members.

Essential Skills:

  • Extensive experience in payroll administration, ideally in a reputable accounting firm or a comparable setting.
  • Excellent leadership and interpersonal skills, proven through successful team management and employee engagement.
  • Proficiency in MS Office and familiarity with payroll software like IRIS Payroll Professional.
  • In-depth understanding of payroll regulations and industry standards.
  • Postgraduate degree in Accounting or a relevant discipline (CIPP Foundation degree beneficial).

Expected Remuneration: An attractive annual salary of £60,000 - £80,000 based on prior experience.



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