Payroll Assistant Manager

Focus Partners Wealth; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private medical insurance

Pension plan

Annual bonus potential

Job summary

Focus Partners Wealth in London is seeking a Payroll Assistant Manager to maintain accurate payroll records for a broad client portfolio and work closely with Account Managers.

The role is based in our London office with a four-month probation and potential for hybrid working. You will assist with monthly payrolls for ~100 clients and with year-end PAYE, ensuring timely, compliant payroll processing. Strong Excel skills and attention to detail are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years' experience in end-to-end payroll processing.
• Experience managing a portfolio of client payrolls weekly and monthly.
• Experience with payroll software: QuickBooks, Xero, BrightPay or PAYE Tools.
• Strong knowledge of payroll legislation and Auto Enrolment basics.
• Excellent communication, accuracy, and Excel skills.

Responsibilities

• Maintain payroll information and records in line with statutory requirements.
• Resolve issues related to payroll production.
• Assist with monthly payrolls for ~100 clients.
• Assist with year-end PAYE requirements.
• Liaise with staff to ensure timely payroll information.

Skills

Payroll processing

Portfolio management

Payroll software

Legislation knowledge

Auto Enrolment

Excel

Communication

Tools

QuickBooks

Xero

BrightPay

PAYE Tools

Job description

## Payroll Assistant ManagerApply: Partially Remote: London, United Kingdom: Full time: Posted Today: JR100397**Job Description Summary:**Focus Business Management partner firm, GRF, is seeking a Payroll Assistant Manager to join our team of dedicated professionals. The Payroll Assistant Manager is responsible for maintaining accurate and detailed payroll records on behalf of our clients while working closely with our Account Managers and their teams. This position will be based in our London office on a full-time basis, with potential for hybrid working following a 4-month probation. The hybrid work arrangement may be adjusted or altered to fill the needs of the role, including potentially working in-office for 3+ days per week.**Job Description:****Primary Responsibilities*** Ensure all payroll information and records are maintained in accordance with statutory requirements and support internal and external audits related as such.* Resolve issues relating to payroll production.* Assisting with preparations of monthly payrolls for approximately 100 clients* Assisting with all year end PAYE requirements* Liaising with staff members to ensure timely provision of payroll information **Qualifications*** Minimum 5 years' experience in end-to-end payroll processing.* Experience in managing portfolio of client payrolls on weekly and monthly basis* Experience with payroll software. QuickBooks, Xero, BrightPay or PAYE Tools experience a plus.* Strong knowledge of and ability to understand new legislation impacting payroll.* Good working knowledge of Auto Enrolment with different pension providers* Excellent communication skills* High level of accuracy and attention to detail.* Ability to work effectively on own initiative or as part of a team.* Strong Microsoft Excel skills. Actual base pay may vary based on factors including, but not limited to, experience, subject matter expertise, geographic location where work will be performed, and the applicant’s skill set. The base pay is just one component of the total compensation package. Other rewards may include an annual cash bonus and a comprehensive benefits package, including but not limited to medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and 401(k). Please note that the job title is subject to change based on the selected candidate’s experience and education. GRF, Focus Partners Business Management is a leading full-service business management firm serving an exclusive clientele of entertainers, athletes, executives, and select high-net-worth individuals. With approximately 40 Managing Directors and more than 700 professionals, GRF provides comprehensive financial and advisory services across the music, film, television, sports, Focus is a leading financial services firm comprised of integrated wealth management, family office, and business management services. Blending deep expertise and expansive resources with a boutique, client-first fiduciary philosophy, Focus helps individuals, families, and institutions navigate complex financial situations with highly personalized solutions tailored to their unique needs. To learn more about Focus, visit www.focusfinancialpartners.com or follow the company on LinkedIn. **EEO Statement**: Focus is an equal opportunity employer and bases its employment decisions on the employee or candidate’s skillset, and without regard to an employee or candidate’s race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state and/or federal law. Focus complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact [e-mail]