Payroll Manager

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Payroll Manager

  • Location: Corby
  • Salary: £30000 - £35000 per annum per year
  • Job Type:Permanent

Posted 23 days ago

  • Sector: Accountancy & Finance Recruitment
  • Contact: Ben Luke-Hall
  • Contact Email: BLuke-Hall@theonegroup.co.uk
  • Start Date: ASAP
  • Expiry Date: 28 December 2024
  • Job Ref: BBBH53030_1732786691

Payroll Manager

Location: Corby
Reporting to: Financial Controller

About the Role:
Our client is seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Payroll Manager to oversee and manage the accurate and timely processing of weekly payroll. The role requires a proactive professional with strong stakeholder management skills who can ensure compliance with HMRC legislation and statutory requirements while contributing to the continuous improvement of payroll processes.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Process weekly payroll using Sage 50 with precision and efficiency.
  • Administer pensions, including payments and auto-enrolment.
  • Manage employee records for joiners and leavers, including P45 processing.
  • Compile payroll data, including weekly timesheets and expense claims.
  • Handle statutory payments, such as sick pay, maternity, and paternity pay.
  • Ensure compliance with statutory reporting and GDPR.
  • Prepare payroll journals and reports for period-end and year-end processes.
  • Issue P60 and P11D documents to employees.
  • Oversee staff contract changes, promotions, and terminations.
  • Maintain payroll records in accordance with statutory requirements and company policies.
  • Support audits and interpret new payroll-related legislation.
  • Address payroll-related issues, providing timely solutions and recommendations.
  • Provide HR administrative support and escalate trends or issues to the HR Manager.

Skills & Attributes:

  • Minimum of 3 years' experience in a similar role.
  • Certified Payroll Professional designation preferred.
  • Strong knowledge of payroll calculations, HMRC compliance, and accounting principles.
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
  • Proficient in computer applications, particularly Sage 50.
  • Highly organised, with strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to work autonomously and make informed decisions.
  • Commercially minded, tenacious, and resilient under pressure.

This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated professional to join a dynamic organisation and make a significant impact in a key role.