Payroll Manager

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the entire payroll process for a broad client base, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely delivery.
• Prepare and submit RTI returns, CIS deductions, and end-of-year returns, including forms P11D and Class 1A NIC calculations.
• Oversee the production of payroll outputs, such as payslips, pension uploads, and payment reports for clients and third-party entities.
• Handle auto-enrolment setup, calculations, and submissions, ensuring compliance with pension regulations.
• Maintain detailed payroll records and implement a robust document control system to ensure accuracy and a full audit trail.
• Resolve client payroll queries efficiently and maintain strong, lasting client relationships.
• Provide training, mentorship, and support to junior team members, fostering their development and reviewing their work to ensure quality standards are met.
• Work with the Hub Payroll Manager to introduce new payroll systems and procedures, ensuring smooth team adaptation.
• Stay informed about current payroll legislation, tax laws, and compliance requirements, applying this knowledge to improve processes.
• Prepare month-end journals and reports as needed for posting and audit purposes.
• Represent the organisation professionally at offsite client meetings, networking events, and training courses.
• Monitor the team’s client payrolls to ensure timely and accurate processing, addressing issues as they arise.

• Demonstrated experience in end-to-end payroll management, preferably in a client-facing or practice environment.

A CIPP (Chartered Institute of Payroll Professionals) qualification, or an equivalent industry-recognized payroll certification, demonstrating expertise in payroll and its associated regulations.

Proficiency in payroll software (e.g., Bright Pay) and Microsoft Office Suite, including Word and Excel.

Capable of handling a high volume of payroll data while meeting deadlines and maintaining quality standards.

In-depth Knowledge of HMRC Legislation & Pension Auto Enrolment:
Comprehensive understanding of current HMRC tax legislation, pension auto enrolment, and other statutory regulations.

High levels of accuracy and attention to detail, with strong numerical skills.

• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Proven ability to manage and mentor a team while meeting deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Model Office Based

• Company Pension Scheme
• 25 days of annual leave + bank holidays
• Additional annual leave days from certain levels of seniority
• Ability to buy up to 5 days of annual leave to reach a maximum of 30 days per annum
• Business closure over Christmas*
• Life Assurance x4 annual salary
• Enhanced family leave policies
• Enhanced Company Sick Pay Employee Assistance Programme – 24/7 support, free and confidential
• Corporate Discounts Platform