Payroll Apprentice
Expertax Limited · Watford · posted 12 August 2026
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Payroll duties will include:
- Processing weekly, fortnightly, monthly and annual client payrolls
- Obtaining payroll information from clients and following up where necessary
- Processing starters and leavers
- Processing changes to pay, hours and other payroll information
- Dealing with statutory payments and routine payroll adjustments
- Preparing payslips and payroll reports
- Making RTI submissions to HMRC
- Assisting with workplace pension submissions and administration
- Maintaining accurate payroll records
- Dealing with routine client payroll queries
- Monitoring payroll deadlines and ensuring submissions are made on time
- Developing towards taking responsibility for a portfolio of payroll clients
The role will also include some company secretarial work, principally:
- Preparing and filing confirmation statements (CS01s)
- Maintaining Companies House information and dealing with routine filings
- Assisting with share transfers
- Assisting with share issues and different classes of shares/alphabet shares
- Other company secretarial work as required
Your training
The Payroll Administrator standard is delivered in two elements; the CIPP (Chartered Institute of Payroll Professionals) knowledge units and work based projects designed by the provider, to meet employer needs.
The knowledge units provided will cover topics such as:
- National Insurance
- PAYE
- Statutory Sick Pay (SSP)
- Statutory Parental Leave
- Statutory Deductions
The last four months of the qualification will entail completing the following as part of the End Point Assessment:
- Knowledge Test
- Project Report
- Professional Discussion
The qualification will be delivered over 12 months (8 months for training and 4 months for EPA). The training sessions will take place online bi-weekly with your allocated trainer. In between training sessions you will be assigned a workplace task to support in implementing your knowledge.
Where it leads
Opportunity for a full-time position within the team upon completion of the apprenticeship programme.
About Expertax Limited
Expertax provides comprehensive accounting services to businesses of all sizes. Alongside accounts preparation our services include bookkeeping and VAT returns, payroll, company secretarial services, tax planning and more.
Our team consists of experienced accountants and bookkeepers who have worked with businesses in various industries. Our experts are equipped with the latest knowledge and tools to provide accurate and reliable accounting services to our clients.
Our approach is to provide proactive and responsive service to our clients. We are always available to answer questions and provide guidance. We also provide ongoing support to help our clients stay on top of their finances and make informed decisions.
Skills they're looking for
Entry requirements
- GCSE 5 GCSEs including maths and english (grade 5/C) — essential
Where you'll work
- 42-44, CLARENDON ROAD, WATFORD, WD17 1JJ
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