Payroll Manager

Pertemps Network Group; West Midlands; On-site; GBP 46,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing accountancy practice in West Midlands is looking for an experienced Payroll Manager to oversee payroll processes for diverse clients. You will ensure compliance with payroll legislation while maintaining high service levels. Ideal candidates should have experience in payroll management and strong client-facing skills. Competitive salary up to £55k depending on experience.

Benefits

Opportunities for progression

Supportive team culture

Ongoing professional development

Qualifications

• Previous experience managing payroll in a practice or bureau environment.
• Strong understanding of payroll legislation and best practice.
• High level of accuracy and ability to manage multiple deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Manage and process weekly, fortnightly, and monthly payrolls for a portfolio of clients.
• Ensure full compliance with HMRC legislation and statutory requirements.
• Prepare payroll reports and maintain accurate employee records.

Skills

Payroll management

Client-facing communication

Attention to detail

Time management

Tools

Sage

BrightPay

Job description

"You reap what you sow." Galatians 6:7

Sheridan Maine is delighted to be partnering with a rapidly expanding accountancy practice based in the West Midlands. Due to continued growth and an increasing client base, they are now seeking an experienced Payroll Manager to join their team.

This is an excellent opportunity for a payroll professional who enjoys managing a diverse portfolio, delivering a high-quality service, and working within a supportive, forward-thinking firm.

What's on Offer

• A growing, modern firm with genuine opportunities for progression.
• Supportive team culture and ongoing professional development.
• Competitive salary of up to £55k DOE.

The Role

As Payroll Manager, you will take responsibility for the end-to-end processing of payrolls for a varied portfolio of clients spanning multiple industries. You will ensure accuracy, compliance, and consistently high service levels, while acting as a key point of contact for client queries.

Your key responsibilities as the Payroll Manager

• Manage and process weekly, fortnightly, and monthly payrolls for a portfolio of clients.
• Ensure full compliance with HMRC legislation, pensions auto-enrolment, and statutory requirements.
• Liaise directly with clients to resolve payroll queries and provide expert guidance.
• Prepare payroll reports, journals, and year-end documentation (P60s, P11Ds, etc.).
• Oversee and review payroll work completed by junior team members (if applicable).
• Maintain accurate employee records and ensure timely submission of RTI filings.

To be considered for this Payroll Manager position, you will have

• Previous experience managing payroll in a practice or bureau environment.
• Strong understanding of payroll legislation and best practice.
• Excellent communication and client-facing skills.
• High level of accuracy and ability to manage multiple deadlines.
• Experience with payroll software (such as Sage, BrightPay, or similar).

If you're an experienced payroll professional looking to take the next step in your career within a thriving practice, we would love to hear from you. Please click on "apply" as soon as possible.

You are required to be eligible to work in the UK full time without restriction.

Due to the high volume of applications, it is not always possible to respond to unsuccessful applicants. Therefore, if we have not responded to your application within five days, please assume that on this occasion your application has not been successful.