Payroll Manager

Payroll Manager - Oxford - £70,000 / £80,000 - Hybrid working About the Client Wade Macdonald are currently working with a well-established organisation with a strong focus on collaboration and continuous improvement. The organisation offers a supportive working environment where employees are encouraged to take ownership, contribute ideas and play an active role in shaping how the business moves forward.

About the Job This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Payroll Manager to take ownership of the end-to-end payroll function while playing a key role in its ongoing transformation. Alongside ensuring accurate and effective payroll delivery, you will help modernise processes and make greater use of technology. Duties will include:
Taking ownership of the complete end-to-end payroll cycle, ensuring accurate and timely delivery. Leading payroll transformation and process improvement projects. Identifying opportunities to use automation to improve efficiency and controls. Maximising the capabilities of Workday across payroll processes and reporting. Reviewing existing procedures and implementing more effective ways of working. Maintaining strong payroll governance, controls and compliance. Working closely with HR, Finance and other stakeholders to deliver improvements.

Managing payroll-related queries and resolving complex issues. Supporting wider systems, technology and change initiatives affecting payroll. About the Successful Applicant You will have substantial end-to-end payroll experience alongside a strong track record of delivering payroll transformation and improvement projects. Excellent knowledge of Workday is essential, combined with the ability to review processes, identify efficiencies and implement positive change. You will be confident engaging with senior stakeholders, with strong attention to detail and a proactive, solutions-focused approach.

What You Will Receive in Return Alongside hybrid working, you will have the opportunity to join the organisation at an important time of change, with genuine scope to make an impact. You will be given the autonomy to shape the payroll function, improve processes and contribute to wider transformation projects, while working within a supportive and collaborative environment.