Payroll Manager

Payroll Manager (Temp to Permanent)
30 hours per week | Monday to Friday
4 days office-based / 1 day working from home

The Role
We are recruiting a Payroll Manager to take ownership of the payroll function for a growing UK business. This is a temp-to-permanent opportunity, ideal for an experienced payroll professional who enjoys autonomy, accuracy, and working closely with HR and Finance teams.
Reporting directly to the HR Manager, you will be the first point of contact for all payroll-related matters, both internally and externally. The role requires strong attention to detail, excellent communication skills, and the ability to manage competing priorities effectively.

Key Responsibilities
 
Process two monthly payrolls end-to-end, from data input through to BACS submission
Maintain payroll systems and records, ensuring accurate and timely data input
Calculate employee pay including hours, commission/bonuses, benefits, taxes, and LTIP share awards
Respond to and resolve payroll queries from employees and management
Ensure compliance with payroll policies, procedures, and relevant legislation
Investigate and resolve discrepancies in payroll, timesheets, and commission calculations
Maintain strict confidentiality of employee pay data
Act as the main point of contact with HMRC
Produce payroll reports for record-keeping and management review
Prepare P11D, P60 and P45 documentation for manager review
Support and resolve payroll-related audit queries  Skills, Knowledge & Experience
 
Essential:
Previous experience using Workday payroll
Strong knowledge of payroll processes, legislation, and compliance requirements
Experience supporting or transitioning to a new payroll system (Workday preferred)
Excellent MS Office 365 skills, particularly Excel
High attention to detail with efficient and accurate processing skills
Self-sufficient, proactive, and able to work independently or collaboratively
Strong communication skills with the ability to build effective working relationships
Highly organised with the ability to prioritise workloads and meet deadlines
Commercially aware, articulate, and solutions-focused
A flexible team player with a positive, can-do attitude  Location & Hours
 
Based at a UK Head Office in Hayes, Middlesex
30 hours per week, Monday to Friday
Hybrid working: 4 days in the office, 1 day working from home    
Benefits (on permanent appointment)
 
25 days holiday
Life insurance
Contributory pension
Private medical insurance
Team initiatives including social events, early Friday finishes, and staff purchase scheme
Training and career development opportunities