One of my local government clients are currently recruiting an experienced Payroll Manager on a temporary basis. This is a 3-month minimum contract with the possibility of the role being extended further to work Monday to Friday 9:00am to 5:00pm.
Hybrid working role were, however, you will be required to attend the office 2/3 times a week.
Overview:
* To lead a team to ensure efficient and timely delivery of payroll functions in accordance with current legislation and conditions of service.
* To provide strategic overview of the payroll service and look for continuous improvement and efficiency.
Main Responsibilitiies:
* To provide leadership and line management to the payroll function within the Council
* To manage the payroll service to ensure employees are paid accurately, on time and in accordance with current legislation and conditions of service.
* To provide the payroll lead on implementation of any new systems or procedures.
* To work closely with HR recruit teams to onboard and correctly set up pay for new employees.
* To work as the subject matter expert on complex areas of pay – e.g. multiple employment, leave, maternity and sickness payments, pension and AVC arrangements and payments to leavers.
* To manage appropriate payroll systems with other HR, pension and finance colleagues.
* To actively seeking ways to improve the service – developing a modern payroll service and l...