Advanced Payroll Training

Fast Track to Your Payroll Administrative Career

  • Payroll Administrators earn up to £40k per year
  • Duration: 2-4 weeks, 40 hours
  • Training under the supervision of qualified accountants
  • Hands-on experience with real company payroll files

The Growing Demand for Payroll Professionals

With the increasing complexity of employment laws and tax regulations, the demand for skilled payroll professionals in the UK remains strong. Businesses across finance, healthcare, education, and large corporations need professionals to manage payroll systems efficiently.

Leading job platforms such as Indeed, Reed, and Totaljobs consistently list hundreds of payroll-related roles, from entry-level positions to senior payroll specialists, making this a career path with steady growth and job security.

Why Choose Our Payroll Training?

Our Advanced Payroll Training is designed for individuals looking to build expertise in human resources, accounting, and finance. The course provides comprehensive payroll training using industry-standard software like Sage Payroll and QuickBooks Payroll, ensuring you’re job-ready.

By the end of the programme, you’ll be confident in handling payroll processes, tax compliance, and National Insurance (NI) contributions—both manually and using payroll software. This hands-on training covers all essential payroll functions, including payslips, P45s, P60s, RTI reports, and payroll legislation compliance.

What You’ll Learn

Payroll Processing & Compliance

  • Understanding personal tax allowances
  • Calculating and issuing payslips
  • Managing timesheets and processing payments
  • Updating payroll records for new joiners and leavers
  • Processing statutory sick pay (SSP), maternity pay (SMP), and paternity pay (SPP)

Tax & National Insurance Contributions

  • Allocating tax codes to employees
  • Calculating income tax and NI contributions
  • Understanding tax brackets and deductions
  • Generating pre-update payroll reports

Payroll Systems & Software

  • Customising payroll software for different company structures
  • Handling P45s and P60s for employees
  • Running RTI (Real Time Information) reports for HMRC
  • Backing up and restoring payroll data

Advanced Payroll Administration

  • Managing employee loans and deductions
  • Conducting final payroll runs
  • Generating historical reports and payroll audits

Industries Covered

This practical training applies to multiple industries, helping students develop transferable skills to secure jobs in various sectors:

  • IT & Technology
  • E-commerce & Retail
  • Construction & Real Estate
  • Manufacturing & Supply Chain
  • Luxury & Fashion Industry
  • Pharmaceuticals & Healthcare
  • Automotive & Motor Industry
  • Hospitality & Tourism

SOFTWARES

What you will learn:

Sage, QuickBooks

Career & Salary Prospects

A career in payroll administration offers stability, progression, and competitive salaries. After completing this course, you can apply for:

  • Payroll Administrator (£25k – £35k)
  • Payroll Assistant (£28k – £38k)
  • Payroll Consultant (£30k – £40k)
  • Payroll Manager (£35k – £45k)
  • Payroll Specialist (£40k+)

Who Is This Training For?

  • Individuals struggling to secure permanent employment in payroll or accounting
  • Professionals looking to transition into payroll with no prior experience
  • Students pursuing MBA, MSc in Accounting & Finance, BSc in Accounting & Finance, or HND in Accounting
  • Experienced professionals looking to upskill for career growth
  • Aspiring Chartered Accountants looking to study AAT, ACA, IAB, ACCA, or CIMA

SOFTWARES

Average Salary after completing

£35k

You can earn an average of £35,000 a year

Junior Payroll Analyst
£25k
Average salary you can earn
£35k
Senior Payroll Specialist
£40k

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Your Payroll Career Journey in 4 Simple Steps

Step 1

Career Consultation and Registration

Speak with a Career Consultant to discuss your experience and career goals. Get expert guidance on the best training programme for you and secure your place with a deposit.

Step 2

Start Your Training

Begin your 2-4 week training with 1-to-1 support from experienced accountants. Gain hands-on experience using Sage Payroll and QuickBooks while learning payroll compliance and tax regulations.

Step 3

Earn Your Certification

Upon completing the course, receive a CPD-approved certification, validating your skills and making you job-ready for payroll administrator roles.

Step 4

Guaranteed Recruitment Support

Get full access to our guaranteed recruitment support services, including CV optimisation, interview coaching, LinkedIn profile enhancement, and job search assistance to help you secure your ideal payroll role.

 

Frequently Asked Questions

This training is ideal for beginners looking to enter payroll, professionals seeking career advancement, and students or career changers wanting to gain practical payroll experience. No prior experience is required.

You will gain hands-on experience with Sage Payroll and QuickBooks Payroll, the most commonly used payroll software in the industry.

Yes, upon successful completion, you will receive a CPD-approved certification, which is widely recognised by employers across the UK.

Yes, we provide guaranteed recruitment support, including CV optimisation, interview coaching, LinkedIn profile enhancement, and job search assistance to help you secure a payroll role.

Yes, our training is fully flexible, allowing you to set your own schedule with 1-to-1 training, e-learning, and mentorship to fit around your commitments.