Payroll Manager

Castle Employment; York and North Yorkshire; Hybrid; GBP 22,800 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Flexible working

Private health care

24 days holiday

Bank holidays

Paid overtime

Pension scheme

Training provided

Leadership opportunity

Supportive environment

Varied client portfolio

Long-term career

Job summary

Castle Employment in York is seeking a Payroll Manager to take ownership of an established payroll function within an independent accountancy practice. The role is hands-on, delivering accurate, high-quality payroll services to a diverse client base across Yorkshire.

You will lead a payroll team, ensure compliance with current legislation, and work in a hybrid setup with flexible working. This is a long-term opportunity offering development and training.

Qualifications

• Previous payroll experience within an accountancy practice
• Strong technical payroll knowledge and understanding of current legislation
• Excellent organisational skills with a high level of accuracy

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day running of the payroll department
• Support and supervise payroll team members
• Process weekly, fortnightly, four‑weekly, monthly and annual payrolls
• Manage pension auto-enrolment and pension administration
• Process CIS returns where required
• Complete year-end procedures
• Set up new PAYE and pension schemes
• Provide payroll advice and support to clients and colleagues
• Keep up to date with payroll legislation and communicate changes
• Support wider practice with payroll-related queries

Skills

Payroll processing

Payroll software

Team supervision

Tools

Sage Payroll

Job description

Job: Payroll Manager

Location: York

Salary: Up to 38,000

This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established independent accountancy practice in York, providing payroll, accountancy and business advisory services to a broad portfolio of clients across Yorkshire.

The firm is looking to recruit an experienced payroll professional who can take ownership of an established payroll function. This is a hands‑on role, ideal for someone who enjoys delivering an accurate, high‑quality payroll service while supporting both clients and colleagues.

Benefits of the Payroll Manager role include:

• Hybrid working
• Flexible working
• Private Health Care
• 24 days holiday, plus bank holidays (additional days for long service).
• Paid overtime and time banking/time off in lieu.
• Company pension scheme (increased contribution for long service).
• Full training provided on modern payroll software
• Opportunity to lead an established payroll function
• Supportive and collaborative working environment
• Varied client portfolio across multiple industries
• Genuine long‑term career opportunity within a respected independent practice

Responsibilities of the Payroll Manager role include:

• Managing the day-to-day running of the payroll department
• Supporting and supervising members of the payroll team
• Processing weekly, fortnightly, four‑weekly, monthly and annual payrolls
• Managing pension auto‑enrolment and pension administration
• Processing CIS returns where required
• Completing payroll year‑end procedures
• Setting up new PAYE and pension schemes
• Providing payroll advice and support to clients and colleagues
• Keeping up to date with payroll legislation and communicating changes where appropriate
• Supporting the wider practice with payroll‑related queries

Requirements of the Payroll Manager role include:

• Previous payroll experience within an accountancy practice
• Strong technical payroll knowledge and understanding of current legislation
• Excellent organisational skills with a high level of accuracy

Why join this firm?

• Join a well-established and highly regarded independent accountancy practice
• Lead an established payroll function with the support of an experienced team
• Work with a varied portfolio of clients across multiple sectors
• Benefit from hybrid working and a flexible, supportive culture
• Receive full training on the firm's payroll software where required
• Enjoy genuine long‑term career stability within a growing practice

How to apply for the Payroll Manager role:

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