Assistant Payroll Manager

RE People; Gloucester; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job description

Job Title: Assistant Payroll Manager
Contract Type: Temporary (3-Month Contract)
Location: Gloucester Centre
Start Date: May 2025
Pay Rate: £20.98 per hour

Key Responsibilities

1. Payroll Processing:
   Assist teams with processing various payrolls and provide support to ensure BAU processing continuity during absences. Act as a point of escalation for team managers regarding payroll issues.
2. Timely and Accurate Payroll:
   Ensure all payroll deadlines are met so that employees are paid accurately and on time in accordance with statutory legislation, employment contracts, and internal audit standards.
3. Finance Liaison:
   Collaborate with the Finance department to complete monthly payroll reconciliations and serve as the primary contact for queries.
4. Regulation and Compliance:
   Stay updated on relevant regulations and legislation. Evaluate the impact of any changes and update the wider team and internal policies and processes accordingly.
5. Continuous Improvement:
   Proactively identify and implement improvements across payroll processes to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
6. Audit Support:
   Assist with internal and external audits, ensuring all requests are handled in a timely and professional manner.
7. Reporting and Documentation:
   Support the preparation of data for Board reports and KPIs, ensuring data is clear, useful, and accessible. Maintain up-to-date process documentation for internal use and employee guides.
8. Team Development:
   Coach and develop other members of the payroll team to help them excel in their roles.
9. Managerial Support:
   Provide support and cover for the Payroll & Pensions Manager as required.

If you are a detail-oriented payroll professional looking for a temporary role with the opportunity to work in a dynamic environment, we'd love to hear from you.

For more information or to submit your application, please send your CV to
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