Are you an experienced payroll professional looking to take the lead in a dynamic, fast-growing environment? Were seeking a Senior Payroll Manager to oversee the delivery of payroll for both our Group employees and client trustee companies.
This role is pivotal in ensuring accurate, compliant, and timely payroll while shaping and improving processes across the business.
What were looking for: a qualified payroll professional with extensive payroll and management experience
strong technical knowledge of UK payroll, HMRC rules, and tax regulations
a credible, influential, and collaborative team member, with excellent interpersonal skills
experience in process improvement, KPI monitoring, and stakeholder management
What youll do: manage and coordinate payroll for all employees and client trustee companies, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely delivery via Workday and HiBob
lead, coach, and develop a small payroll team, helping them respond to queries and manage workloads efficiently
review, improve, and standardise payroll processes across the Group, supporting integration of acquired businesses, supporting variance analysis and being a key role in payroll budgeting
ensure client pension payments comply with statutory regulations and manage key relationships with internal teams and external stakeholders, including HMRC
monitor payroll KPIs, troubleshoot issues, and implement process improvements
review controls and governance frameworks to optimise processes, ensuring procedure notes are documented and understood
business partner with HR regarding employee-related pay issues, integration of acquisitions and employee benefits packages
review month-end balance sheet control accounts to validate payroll balances and ensure any balancing entries are understood
oversee long-term incentive schemes, liaising with HR, the Finance team, and external providers
Why this role matters: This position is not just about processing payroll its about shaping how payroll services support our strategic objectives, ensuring compliance, and enabling the business to grow confidently.
Whats in it for you:? opportunities for career progression and professional development
participation in charity and social activities
a chance to lead and shape a critical payroll function in a growing, dynamic business
competitive salary and flexible benefits package, including:
- group pension - life assurance
- income protection
- health cash plan
About Mattioli Woods With decades of experience, Mattioli Woods helps clients achieve financial security through tailored, relationship-led solutions. We combine technical expertise with a professional yet supportive culture, ensuring our people and clients thrive.
Ready to make an impact on payroll and rewards at Mattioli Woods? Apply today or contact us for a confidential conversation.
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