Payroll & Benefits Manager

Aqua Restaurant Group; London; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Aqua Restaurant Group is seeking a Payroll & Benefits Manager to lead payroll functions and manage employee benefits. This office-based role offers some flexibility for remote work. The ideal candidate will have strong knowledge of payroll systems and excellent communication skills.

Benefits

Discounts at all Aqua venues

Birthday off

Ongoing training and development

Financial management tools

Discounted gym membership

Food provided during breaks

Lunch & Learn

Referral bonus

Qualifications

• Strong FOURTH knowledge required.
• Excellent communication skills to explain complex issues.
• High level of integrity when handling sensitive data.

Responsibilities

• Lead payroll function, ensuring accurate processing of payroll.
• Oversee employee benefits programs and ensure compliance.
• Monitor payroll data and report on metrics.

Skills

Communication

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Integrity

Tools

FOURTH

Job description

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Aqua Restaurant Group is home to a unique collection of restaurants and bars in vibrant cities like London, Paris, Hong Kong, New York, Miami and Dubai.

At Aqua, we offer passionate culinary and hospitality professionals the chance to grow their careers and explore new opportunities.

We are looking for our Payroll & Benefits Manager to start with us preferably within the next couple of weeks.

Where are we located?

Our Head Office is on Borough High Street, right next to Borough station. This role is an office-based role, with some flexibility for an occasional work from home day.

What We Bring To The Table

• Dine with us: Enjoy discounts at all Aqua venues
• Celebrate YOU: Take your birthday off and earn additional long service leave
• Grow with us: Ongoing training and development to support both your professional and personal development
• Financial well-being: Manage your pay with ease through Wagestream & enhance your financial knowledge
• Breaks: Food provided during your breaks - Restaurant perk
• Work out: Discounted gym membership
• Lunch & Learn: Head Office perk
• Share the Talent: Bring a friend on board and earn £500
  
  

Your Day At Aqua

• Lead the payroll function, ensuring accurate and timely processing of weekly, bi-weekly, or monthly payroll for all employees across multiple restaurant locations
• Oversee the administration of employee benefits programs, including health insurance, pensions, holiday and other employee perks, ensuring compliance with regulations and company policies
• Manage payroll compliance with tax laws, deductions, and employee classifications, ensuring adherence to local, state, and federal regulations
• Develop and implement payroll procedures to improve accuracy, efficiency, and compliance
• Work closely with the HR and Finance teams to resolve payroll discrepancies and ensure smooth coordination between departments
• Monitor and report on payroll data, including wages, deductions, bonuses, and benefits contributions, for both internal stakeholders
• Working with FOURTH on daily basis
• Administer and oversee the benefit enrolment process, ensuring all eligible employees have access to benefits packages and assisting with benefits inquiries
• Ensure the payroll system is kept up to date and is functioning correctly, liaising with IT to resolve any system-related issues
• Provide strategic leadership for employee benefit programs, including open enrolment, wellness programs, and employee communications
• Review payroll reports for accuracy and completeness, ensuring that any errors or issues are promptly addressed
• Lead internal audits of payroll and benefits programs
• Act as the main point of contact for payroll and benefits inquiries from employees and managers, providing timely and clear responses
• Prepare reports for senior management and stakeholders on payroll and benefits metrics, including cost analysis and employee engagement
• Help and support with the requesting of the tronc for the offer letter, working closely with the external Tronc Master
• Assisting with the contract preparation and onboarding of new starters to the payroll system eg. Fourth
• Analytical mindset with the ability to assess data, identify trends, and make data-driven decisions
  
  

What We Are Looking For

• Strong FOURTH knowledge
• Excellent communication skills, able to explain complex payroll and benefits issues to non-experts in a clear and accessible way
• Strong attention to detail, ensuring that all payroll and benefits data is accurate and compliant
• Problem-solving abilities, particularly in resolving payroll discrepancies or addressing employee benefits issues
• Proactive and strategic approach to payroll and benefits management, continuously seeking improvements and efficiencies.
• High level of integrity and confidentiality when handling sensitive payroll and employee data
• Ability to work under pressure and manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment
  
  

Where there is water, there is life & where there is life, you will find us!

Dive into a world of culinary innovation and memorable dining experiences, where your love for food and hospitality can shine.

All applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

Aqua Restaurant Group welcomes individuals from all backgrounds and is committed to creating an inclusive work environment. If you require reasonable adjustments to make your experience more accessible, please let us know.

Apply today as a Payroll & Benefits Manager and be part of Aqua’s global culinary adventure!

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Human Resources

• Industries

  Restaurants

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