Payroll Manager

Howett-Thorpe Recruitment Consultants Limited; Guildford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A vibrant organisation in Guildford is seeking an experienced Payroll Manager. This role involves managing the payroll function, ensuring compliance, and developing payroll policies. The position offers flexibility in working hours and is a great opportunity for career growth.

Benefits

30 days holiday plus bank holidays

Enhanced pension scheme

Car parking onsite

Accessible by public transport

Full-time or part-time working options

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a similar role.
• Extensive payroll background with experience in building out a payroll function.

Responsibilities

• Managing the outsourced contract for payroll and pensions.
• Creating and maintaining payroll procedures and guidance.
• Ensuring full accuracy in pay calculations.

Skills

Communication

Education

CIPP qualification

Job description

This vibrant, growing organisation based in Guildford is looking for an experienced Payroll Manager to join their team. You will be joining an expanding business that continues to grow its reputation and has created this role due to business demand. The role will be predominantly office-based but offers some flexibility regarding hours and remote working. This is a great opportunity for an experienced Payroll Manager seeking their next challenge.

Payroll Manager - Benefits

• 30 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Enhanced pension scheme
• Car parking onsite
• Accessible by public transport
• Full-time or part-time working options

Payroll Manager - About The Role

In this role, you will be solely responsible for managing the payroll function and will report to the Head of Finance. You will work with the outsourced payroll provider, with the potential to bring the payroll function in-house. Your key responsibilities will include:

1. Managing the outsourced contract for payroll and pensions, ensuring all processes comply with finance policies.
2. Creating and maintaining payroll procedures and guidance for the organisation.
3. Ensuring full accuracy in pay calculations related to starters, leavers, and contract changes.
4. Liaising with the payroll provider to ensure compliance with statutory PAYE requirements.
5. Providing timely and accurate payroll journal data to finance teams monthly.
6. Developing and overseeing a payroll service desk for staff queries.
7. Supporting the Head of Finance & HR with contract management and future tenders.
8. Creating payroll policies and procedures from scratch.
9. Leading efforts to explore new schemes and benefits for staff.

The Successful Payroll Manager Will Have:

• Previous experience in a similar role
• CIPP qualification or equivalent experience
• Extensive payroll background with experience in building out a payroll function
• Excellent communication skills at all levels