Payroll Manager

Sharp Consultancy; Chesterfield; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment specialist is seeking an experienced Payroll Manager to take ownership of the payroll function in Chesterfield. The role offers autonomy, the opportunity to shape processes, and genuine career progression within a growing business. Ideal candidates should have end-to-end payroll experience, knowledge of UK payroll legislation, and strong communication skills. This role is full-time and permanent, offering a competitive salary depending on experience.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Full ownership of payroll function

Supportive leadership

Career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven experience in end-to-end payroll processing.
• Up-to-date knowledge of UK payroll legislation.
• Ability to work autonomously and take initiative.

Responsibilities

• Ownership of payroll processes and ensuring accuracy.
• Timely processing of employee payments.
• Handling HMRC payments and statutory reporting.

Skills

End-to-end payroll processing

Knowledge of UK payroll legislation

Payroll systems proficiency

Excel skills

Communication

Organisational skills

Job description

Sharp Consultancy are working with a growing and ambitious business based in Derbyshire who are looking to appoint a Payroll Manager on a full‑time, permanent basis.

This is a stand‑alone role offering full ownership of the payroll function and the opportunity to shape the department as the business continues its impressive growth trajectory.

The Role:

This is an ideal opportunity for an experienced Payroll professional who thrives in a hands‑on environment. Reporting to senior management, you will take full responsibility for the end‑to‑end payroll process, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and efficiency across the function.

As the company expands, there is significant scope for the payroll function to grow, offering genuine progression and the potential to build a team around you.

Key Responsibilities:

• Full ownership of the company’s payroll processes
• Ensuring accurate and timely processing of all employee payments
• Handling pension submissions, HMRC payments, and all statutory reporting
• Liaising with internal departments and external stakeholders
• Supporting year‑end processes including P60s, P11Ds, etc.
• Advising on best practice and implementing process improvements as needed

About You:

• Proven experience in end‑to‑end payroll processing (standalone or supervisory role preferred)
• Up‑to‑date knowledge of UK payroll legislation
• Confident using payroll systems and Excel
• Excellent communication and organisation skills
• Ability to work autonomously and take initiative
• Ambitious and keen to grow with the role

What’s on Offer:

• Competitive salary (DOE)
• Full ownership of the payroll function
• Supportive leadership with a forward‑thinking culture
• Excellent potential for future team development and career progression

This is a fantastic opportunity for a Payroll Manager seeking autonomy, stability, and a long‑term career path within a dynamic and supportive business.

If you would like to know more about this role, please apply or drop Tom an email at [e-mail]

Sharp Consultancy is a finance and accountancy recruitment specialist assisting accounting and finance divisions of businesses in the Yorkshire and Derbyshire area. With over 30 years' experience we pride ourselves on sourcing excellent finance professionals across all divisions of an accounts function.

Candidates must be eligible to work in the UK full time without restriction. To apply please send your CV to the e‑mail address stated, quoting our reference and specifying which website you saw this position advertised on. Due to the high volume of applications, we receive it is not always possible to respond to unsuccessful applicants. Therefore, if we have not responded to your application within seven days, please note that on this occasion your application has not been successful.