Payroll Manager

Venture Recruitment Partners; Southampton; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company Pension Scheme

25 days annual leave + bank holidays

Life Assurance x4 annual salary

Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

Venture Recruitment Partners is seeking an experienced Payroll Manager to lead end-to-end payroll for a broad client base from our Southampton office.

You will manage RTI, CIS, year-end returns, auto-enrolment, and payroll outputs while ensuring accuracy, compliance, and strong client relationships. The role also involves mentoring junior colleagues and staying updated on HMRC legislation and pension auto-enrolment rules.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated end-to-end payroll management experience.
• Proficiency with HMRC legislation, pension auto enrolment, and RTI.
• Ability to train and mentor junior staff while maintaining quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end payroll for a broad client base with accuracy and compliance.
• Prepare RTI, CIS, year-end returns, P11D and Class 1A NIC calculations.
• Oversee payroll outputs: payslips, pension uploads, payment reports.

Skills

Payroll software

HMRC legislation

Team mentoring

Client facing

Education

CIPP qualification

Tools

BrightPay

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the entire payroll process for a broad client base, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely delivery.
• Prepare and submit RTI returns, CIS deductions, and end-of-year returns, including forms P11D and Class 1A NIC calculations.
• Oversee the production of payroll outputs, such as payslips, pension uploads, and payment reports for clients and third-party entities.
• Handle auto-enrolment setup, calculations, and submissions, ensuring compliance with pension regulations.
• Maintain detailed payroll records and implement a robust document control system to ensure accuracy and a full audit trail.
• Resolve client payroll queries efficiently and maintain strong, lasting client relationships.
• Provide training, mentorship, and support to junior team members, fostering their development and reviewing their work to ensure quality standards are met.
• Work with the Hub Payroll Manager to introduce new payroll systems and procedures, ensuring smooth team adaptation.
• Stay informed about current payroll legislation, tax laws, and compliance requirements, applying this knowledge to improve processes.
• Prepare month-end journals and reports as needed for posting and audit purposes.
• Represent the organisation professionally at offsite client meetings, networking events, and training courses.
• Monitor the team’s client payrolls to ensure timely and accurate processing, addressing issues as they arise.

Key Requirements

• Demonstrated experience in end-to-end payroll management, preferably in a client-facing or practice environment.

A CIPP (Chartered Institute of Payroll Professionals) qualification, or an equivalent industry-recognized payroll certification, demonstrating expertise in payroll and its associated regulations.

Proficiency in payroll software (e.g., BrightPay) and Microsoft Office Suite, including Word and Excel.

Capable of handling a high volume of payroll data while meeting deadlines and maintaining quality standards.

In-depth Knowledge of HMRC Legislation & Pension Auto Enrolment: Comprehensive understanding of current HMRC tax legislation, pension auto enrolment, and other statutory regulations.

High levels of accuracy and attention to detail, with strong numerical skills.

Additional Requirements

• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Proven ability to manage and mentor a team while meeting deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Model Office Based

Benefits

• Company Pension Scheme
• 25 days of annual leave + bank holidays
• Additional annual leave days from certain levels of seniority
• Ability to buy up to 5 days of annual leave to reach a maximum of 30 days per annum
• Business closure over Christmas*
• Life Assurance x4 annual salary
• Enhanced family leave policies
• Enhanced Company Sick PayEmployee Assistance Programme – 24/7 support, free and confidential
• Corporate Discounts Platform