Payroll & Benefits Manager (Part-time, HYBRID)

ACCA Careers; Chertsey; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 49,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading company in Chertsey is seeking a meticulous Payroll & Benefits Manager (Part-time, HYBRID) to oversee payroll processes and benefits administration. The ideal candidate will have proven UK payroll expertise and a proactive approach to compliance and process optimization. This role offers a competitive pro-rata salary of £32,333 and excellent benefits, with hybrid working arrangements.

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing end-to-end UK payroll with full compliance.
• Strong knowledge of systems like IRIS Cascade; system implementation experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Full end-to-end monthly payroll processing for circa 200 staff.
• Lead annual renewals & provider engagement for benefits.
• Ensure adherence to tax laws & audit standards.

Skills

UK Payroll Expert

HRIS-Savvy

Process Improver

Employee-Focused

Compliance Confident

Collaborative

Excel User

Tools

IRIS Cascade

Job description

Payroll & Benefits Manager (Part-time, HYBRID)

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We are seeking a meticulous Payroll & Benefits Manager (Part-time, HYBRID) professional with a keen attention to detail to join a well-known brand, based in Chertsey. The candidate will bring a proactive approach to managing payroll processes, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.

Client Details

Our client is well-established with a strong market presence. They are dedicated to innovation and excellence, continually striving for growth and improvement.

Based in Chertsey with free parking and access via public transport. HYBRID: 1-2 days per week in the office.

Description

Payroll (circa 200 Staff, IRIS Cascade):

• Full end-to-end monthly payroll processing
• Manage disbursements (HMRC, court orders, pensions)
• Handle payroll changes, queries & family leave calculations
• Year-end tasks (P60s, P11Ds, reports), payroll compliance & audits
• Liaise with HR & Finance, maintain Payroll Operating Manual
• Drive process optimisation & automation

Benefits:

• Lead annual renewals & provider engagement
• Administer benefits, handle queries & communications
• Benchmark offerings against market; suggest improvements

Fleet Admin (circa 60 cars):

• Coordinate starters/leavers, renewals, lease agreements
• Manage licence checks, mileage reports & fuel cost recharges
• Calculate and process car-related payroll benefits

Compliance & Advisory:

• Ensure adherence to tax laws & audit standards
• Keep processes and records compliant & up-to-date
• Act as a key advisor to HR leadership on payroll/benefits matters

Profile

A successful Payroll & Benefits Manager (Part-time, HYBRID) should be:

• UK Payroll Expert - Proven experience managing end-to-end UK payroll with full compliance
• HRIS-Savvy - Strong knowledge of systems like IRIS Cascade (not essential); system implementation experience is a plus
• Commercial & Strategic - Understands the business impact of payroll/benefits; thinks beyond the numbers
• Process Improver - Tech-focused with a drive for automation and efficiency
• Employee-Focused - Delivers great service and resolves queries with care and clarity
• Compliance Confident - Up-to-date with UK tax laws, pensions, and payroll best practices
• Collaborative - Team player who aligns people, processes, and systems in fast-paced settings
• Excel User - Comfortable with large data sets, pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, etc.

Job Offer

• A competitive salary: Pro-rata £32,333 (FTE £48,500), plus excellent benefits
• Hybrid working: 1-2 days in the office, 2-3 from home per week

Note: This role is open to both Permanent and Temporary applicants.