Payroll Administrator
Join Streets as a Payroll Administrator — manage payroll for diverse clients, build trusted relationships and grow your expertise in a supportive, collaborative team.
Streets is a modern, forward-thinking accountancy practice with over 40 offices across the UK and growing. We combine the expertise of a national firm with the collaborative, people-first culture of a close-knit practice. Our team supports an impressive variety of clients, from entrepreneurial start-ups to established companies, charities, and family businesses.
Role Overview
This is an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic, fast-growing payroll bureau at Street’s, a leading accountancy and business advisory firm. As a Payroll Administrator, you will be responsible for processing all aspects of payroll from start to finish for a diverse range of clients. This includes the accurate payment of salaries, the administration of statutory allowances, and managing auto-enrolment pension schemes. You will play a vital role in ensuring payroll is delivered efficiently and compliantly, while maintaining strong, positive client relationships. With Street’s ambitious growth plans, this role offers a chance to contribute to the success of a rapidly expanding business
Key Responsibilities
Process weekly, fortnightly, four-weekly and monthly payrolls for a varied client portfolio.
Administer workplace pensions, including new starter assessments and regulatory submissions.
Prepare PAYE summaries and support clients with payroll and HMRC-related queries.
Set up PAYE schemes and maintain accurate payroll records.
Process subcontractor payments and CIS submissions.
Administer employee benefits, including P11D and Benefit in Kind reporting.
Deliver excellent client service through professional telephone and email support.
Key Skills, Qualifications & Experience
Experience within an accountancy practice, payroll bureau or professional services environment
Knowledge of CIS and subcontractor payments
Experience with payroll software such as BrightPay, Sage Payroll, IRIS Payroll or Moneysoft
Experience preparing P11Ds and administering employee benefits
Knowledge of GDPR and payroll data security requirements
Personal qualities we are looking for:
Ability to develop trusting relationships with clients and colleagues, demonstrating professionalism, reliability, and genuine care.
Forward-thinking approach, keen to challenge the norm and suggest improvements that deliver smarter outcomes.
Confidence in owning workstreams, taking responsibility for quality and accuracy while escalating issues appropriately.
Collaborative mindset, contributing to a supportive team culture and sharing knowledge to help colleagues succeed.
Desire to support growth, actively building technical expertise while also mentoring more junior team members where appropriate.
Organised and proactive, able to manage workloads independently while balancing multiple client commitments.
Clear communicator, able to present financial information in a way that builds understanding and trust.
Resilient and adaptable, maintaining focus and professionalism when faced with challenges or deadlines.
Strong sense of commitment to clients, acting as a dependable part of their extended team and invested in their success.
What we offer you
The opportunity to be part of a collaborative and progressive team.
20 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays.
Workplace pension
Employee benefits scheme offering discounts from hundreds of retailers.
Access to an Employee Assistance Programme (EAP).
This is a part time office based role. Potentially 18 – 25 hours per week.
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- Department
- Payroll
- Role
- Payroll Administrator
- Location
- North Shields
- Employment type
- Part-time
About Streets Accountants
As a top 40 UK firm of Chartered Accountants, we go beyond the numbers—partnering with businesses, corporate clients, charities, and individuals to drive success. Whether supporting growing enterprises or guiding nonprofits, we provide expert financial insight with a personal touch.