Payroll Manager | Dundee
Salary: £40,000 - £50,000
Hours: 9am-5pm, Monday to Friday
Contract: Permanent
Work Structure: Hybrid
Overall Purpose
Search is working with a growing accountancy firm that's looking to bring in an experienced Payroll Manager to help elevate their payroll offering. This is a great chance to join a business that's investing in its people, its technology, and its long‑term growth.
You'll take ownership of the payroll function, guide a team, and ensure clients receive a reliable, forward‑thinking service. If you enjoy modernising processes, building strong client relationships, and shaping how a function develops as the business grows, this role will be a strong match.
Benefits
* 28 days annual leave to rest and recharge
* Hybrid working for better work life balance
* Progression opportunities
* A supportive, positive team culture
Key Responsibilities
* Payroll Management That Makes an Impact
Lead accurate, compliant monthly and weekly payrolls while resolving daily client and internal queries
* Policies, Processes & Improvement
Develop compliant payroll procedures, streamline workflows, and keep policies updated
* Team Leadership & Collaboration
Manage the payroll team, drive organised problem‑solving, and collaborate across the practice
* Beyond Payroll
Support wider finance responsibilities, help shape an efficient future‑focused function, and maintain seamless processes
What We're Looking For
* Payroll Expertise with Real‑World Practice Experience
You've worked in practice and understand the pace, expectations, and client‑focused nature of the environment
* Experience Creating & Improving Payroll Procedures
From setting up new systems to refining existing processes, you enjoy making things better
* Confident Team Leadership
Managing, mentoring, and supporting a payroll team comes naturally to you - and you bring positivity and direction
* A Growth‑Minded, Modern Approach
You'll thrive in a firm that's evolving, ambitious, and committed to doing things differently
Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age.
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