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Posted 24 July, 2026

Payroll Administrator

Acorn by Synergie
Newton Abbot, ENG, GB Full Time

Job Description

Payroll Administrator | Payroll Officer | Payroll Coordinator | Payroll Assistant | Payroll Bureau Administrator\n

Newton Abbot | £28,000-£32,000 per annum | Monday to Friday | Flexible Hours | Permanent

Introduction\n

Acorn by Synergie is recruiting for an experienced Payroll Administrator to join a supportive and growing professional services team in Newton Abbot.

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This is an excellent opportunity for a proactive and detail-oriented payroll professional who enjoys delivering an accurate, efficient payroll service while building strong relationships with clients. Working within a friendly and collaborative team, you'll manage payrolls for a varied client portfolio and play a key role in ensuring compliance with HMRC and pension regulations.

Key Duties\n
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    Process weekly, fortnightly, and monthly payrolls accurately and on time.

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    Complete HMRC RTI submissions.

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    Administer workplace pensions and auto-enrolment.

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    Prepare and submit CIS returns.

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    Liaise with HMRC and respond to client payroll queries.

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    Maintain accurate payroll records and reporting.

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    Support year-end payroll processes.

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    Audit payroll data to ensure accuracy and compliance.

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    Deliver excellent service to clients and colleagues.

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Requirements\n
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    CIPP qualified or a minimum of 2 years' payroll experience.

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    Good working knowledge of payroll software, ideally Sage 50 Payroll.

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    Strong understanding of payroll legislation, RTI, and workplace pensions.

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    Excellent organisational and communication skills.

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    Ability to prioritise workload and meet deadlines.

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    Previous payroll bureau experience is advantageous.

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What We Offer\n
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    Salary of £28,000-£32,000 per annum, depending on experience.

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    Flexible working hours around core office times.

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    Generous annual leave, increasing with length of service.

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    Medicash healthcare plan.

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    Online employee discount scheme.

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    24-hour Employee Assistance Programme (EAP).

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    Fully funded training and professional development.

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    Annual professional subscription paid.

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    Employee referral bonus scheme.

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    Wellbeing initiatives.

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    Friendly, supportive, and collaborative working environment.

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Interested?\n

If you're looking for your next opportunity as a Payroll Administrator, Payroll Officer, Payroll Coordinator, Payroll Assistant, or Payroll Bureau Administrator in Newton Abbot, apply today with your up-to-date CV.

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Acorn by Synergie acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment.