Location: NewburyWorking pattern: Hybrid 3 days in the office after probationOur client is seeking an experienced and proactive Payroll Senior to join their busy team based in Newbury. You will be responsible for the day-to-day administration of a diverse portfolio of SME client payrolls, delivering a high-quality, compliant, and efficient service. You will manage payrolls across multiple frequencies and complexities, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and exceptional client support.Your role as Payroll Senior:Manage the daily administration of a portfolio of SME client payrolls, including RTI submissions and year-end processesProcess payrolls on weekly, fortnightly, monthly, quarterly, and annual cyclesApply strong knowledge of PAYE/NIC and statutory absence payments, including SMP, SAP, SPP, SHPP, SPBP and SSPHandle employee and employer pension contributions and complete submissions for multiple pension scheme typesProcess Payrolled Benefits in Kind (BIKs), Salary Sacrifice arrangements, Flexible Benefits, and Stocks/Shares/ESPPStay up to date with payroll legislation, regulations, and compliance requirementsLiaise with HMRC when required and provide clear communication to resolve queriesUse initiative to identify and resolve payroll issues, supporting team members where needed About You: 5+ years of payroll experience is essentialStrong working knowledge of STAR/IRIS payroll software required; experience with PayCircle is advantageousProven experience managing end-to-end payr