Payroll Manager

JR United Kingdom; City of Edinburgh; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization is seeking a 'Payroll Manager' to oversee the payroll system and ensure timely, accurate processing. This hybrid position offers up to £55,000 in salary, benefits including pension schemes and generous holiday allowance, and a supportive team environment.

Benefits

Pension scheme

Generous holiday entitlement

Excellent development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experienced payroll professional with strong technical knowledge of payroll legislation.
• Previous experience in managing system development and leading process improvements required.

Responsibilities

• Lead the monthly payroll cycle ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Manage compliance and reporting on payroll-related data.
• Oversee system development and troubleshooting.

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Excellent communication

Job description

Payroll Manager – Oxfordshire – Up to £55,000 + Excellent Benefits – Hybrid Working

About the Client:

This well-established organisation operates within a specialist field, supporting national projects through their expert teams. With a strong focus on accuracy, collaboration and service delivery, they embrace flexibility and adaptability, empowering their teams to find the best solutions and drive meaningful change.

About the Job:

A key position within the Finance team, the Payroll Manager is responsible for ensuring the accurate and timely delivery of payroll, managing system development, and maintaining compliance with legislation and policy. Working closely with Finance and HR, this role is central to delivering high-quality data, analysis and payroll services to both internal and external stakeholders.

Duties will include:

• Leading the monthly payroll cycle, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Reviewing and developing payroll policies to reflect legislative and organisational changes.
• Analysing and reporting payroll data to HR, Finance and external bodies.
• Managing compliance and reporting for relocation expenses, pension contributions, and pay gap data.
• Acting as the system administrator for the payroll system, overseeing development, maintenance, updates, and troubleshooting.
• Collaborating with Finance Business Partners on data extraction and reporting for planning and scenarios.
• Supporting internal and external audits with timely and accurate information.
• Overseeing implementation of approved pay remits, including calculations of bonuses, increases and arrears.

About the Successful Applicant:

The ideal candidate will be an experienced payroll professional with strong technical knowledge of payroll legislation and systems administration. Excellent communication, analytical skills and attention to detail are essential. Previous experience managing system development and leading process improvements is highly desirable.

What You Will Receive in Return:

You will join a supportive, collaborative and forward-thinking team offering excellent development opportunities. This hybrid position includes a competitive salary up to £55,000, pension scheme and generous holiday entitlement.

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Created on 04/06/2025 by JR United Kingdom