Payroll Manager
Overview
An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Payroll Manager to take responsibility for the delivery of a high-quality payroll service to around 1,600 employees. This is a key leadership role, ensuring that payroll is delivered accurately, on time, and in full compliance with legislation. The successful candidate will have extensive knowledge of the iTrent Payroll & HR system, a strong understanding of payroll best practice, and proven experience of managing and developing a payroll team, with significant recent experience in a senior payroll role.
Responsibilities:
* Oversee the end-to-end processing of monthly payrolls, ensuring all employees are paid accurately and on time.
* Ensure compliance with HMRC requirements, statutory payments, and payroll legislation.
* Manage payroll year-end activities including P60s, P11Ds, and reconciliations.
* Maintain data integrity across payroll and HR records in line with GDPR.
* Act as system administrator for iTrent, ensuring it is effectively maintained and continuously improved.
* Lead on payroll and HR system development, streamlining and automating processes where possible.
* Monitor payroll data to identify trends and provide insight for decision-making.
* Act as main point of contact with managed payroll and pension service providers.
* Ensure payroll and pension submissions are completed accurately and on time.
* Resolve complex queries and liaise with internal stakeholders, auditors, and external agencies as required.
* Lead, manage, and develop the in-house payroll team.
* Provide coaching, mentoring, and support to staff, encouraging best practice and professional development.
* Foster a collaborative and customer-focused approach within the payroll function.
* Oversee implementation of pay awards, bonuses, and long-service awards.
* Ensure all payments are processed correctly and communications are issued in a timely manner.
* Support wider pay and reward projects across the employee life cycle.
Qualifications and Skills:
* Strong technical knowledge of payroll processes, legislation, and best practice.
* Comprehensive knowledge of iTrent Payroll & HR system (essential).
* Experience of working with multiple sets of terms and conditions.
* Excellent analytical skills with advanced Excel capability.
* Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities.
* Proven ability to build relationships and influence stakeholders at all levels.
* A proactive, solutions-focused approach with a commitment to continuous improvement.
* Experience managing and developing a payroll team.
Benefits:
* Competitive salary
* Hybrid working model (3 days in office, 2 days at home)
* Company pension scheme
* Health & wellbeing programme
* Free parking & on-site parking
* Subsidised canteen
* Employee referral programme
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