Interim Payroll Manager

TN United Kingdom; Hoddesdon; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Interim Payroll Manager to lead a complex payroll function for over 2,000 employees. This dynamic role involves managing multiple payroll streams, ensuring compliance with UK legislation, and utilizing Staffology software for efficient payroll operations. The successful candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment, working closely with internal teams to maintain accurate payroll data. This position offers the chance to make a significant impact during a critical period, providing a rewarding and supportive workplace for those ready to hit the ground running.

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing payroll for large organisations (1,500 headcount).
• Strong working knowledge of UK payroll legislation and best practices.

Responsibilities

• Manage and process three monthly payrolls for 2,000 employees.
• Ensure compliance with UK payroll legislation and resolve data complexities.

Skills

UK Payroll Legislation

Payroll Management

Staffology Software

Time and Attendance Management

Tools

Staffology

Job description

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About the Role:
We are seeking an experienced Interim Payroll Manager to oversee and manage a complex payroll function during a critical period. With over 2,000 employees and three separate monthly payrolls (PAYE, Contractors, and Incentive), this role requires a confident and detail-oriented professional with a strong understanding of end-to-end payroll operations in a dynamic, high-volume environment.

Key Responsibilities:

Manage and process three monthly payrolls (PAYE, Contractors, Incentive), each with regularly changing variables.

Ensure timely and accurate processing of payroll for 2,000 employees.

Oversee and resolve complexities related to time and attendance data integration.

Work closely with internal teams to ensure payroll data is accurate and up-to-date.

Liaise with HMRC and external stakeholders as needed.

Ensure ongoing compliance with UK payroll legislation.

Utilise Staffology payroll software to manage all payroll functions.

Support existing payroll team members as required.

Key Requirements:

Proven experience managing payroll for large organisations (1,500 headcount).

Strong working knowledge of UK payroll legislation and best practices.

Experience running multiple payroll streams simultaneously.

Comfortable navigating time and attendance complexities.

Proficiency with Staffology is desirable.

Ability to work independently and hit the ground running.

Immediate availability or short notice preferred.

This role offers:

The opportunity to work in a complex and rewarding payroll environment

A supportive and fast-paced workplace where your expertise will make a real impact