Payroll Manager - FTC

Investigo; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 42,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A global education business is seeking an experienced Payroll Manager to oversee payroll functions across the UK. This role is responsible for accurate payroll processing, compliance with local regulations, and leading a team. The ideal candidate will have strong tech skills, experience with payroll systems including Cintra, and a customer-centric approach. The position offers a salary of up to £50k with remote working flexibility.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in payroll management and oversight.
• Strong understanding of local payroll laws and regulations.
• Ability to manage and lead a team effectively.

Responsibilities

• Ensure timely and accurate payroll processing for UK employees.
• Lead and train the payroll team to maintain high performance.
• Develop and update payroll policies for operational efficiency.

Skills

Experience with Cintra

Team management

Tech savvy

Compliance knowledge

Tools

Payroll systems

Job description

Payroll Manager
up to £50k DOE
FTC - until August 2026
Remote working (odd day into London office)
December start

Experience with Cintra is a distinct advantage

I have an urgent requirement for an experienced Payroll Lead / Payroll manager to join a Global Education business on a FTC starting early December. You will need to have experience managing a small team, be resilient, extremely tech savvy and someone who works collaboratively.

You will be responsible for overseeing and managing the payroll function within the UK organisation. This role involves end-to-end processing of payroll, compliance with relevant laws and regulations, and maintaining detailed payroll records. You will also manage, support, and train the UK payroll team, ensuring that all payroll activities are conducted efficiently and effectively, with a customer centric approach.

Key Responsibilities

• Accurate Payroll Processing: Ensure timely and accurate processing of payroll for all UK-based employees across various divisions, including managing salary payments, benefits, and deductions.
• Compliance: Ensure adherence to all applicable local laws and regulations related to payroll and tax processes.
• System Management: Oversee and maintain payroll systems, ensuring their efficient operation and regular updates.
• Record Keeping: Keep precise and thorough records of all payroll transactions and related documentation.
• Team Supervision: Lead, support, and train the payroll team in the UK to maintain high standards of performance, with a strong focus on customer service.

Additional Responsibilities

• Payroll Calculation: Execute and manage payroll calculations, including regular payments, overtime, bonuses, and deductions.
• Expenses Processing: Oversee timely and accurate processing of expenses via the relevant systems.
• Issue Resolution: Proactively identify and resolve payroll discrepancies and issues efficiently.
• Reporting and Analysis: Prepare and distribute detailed payroll reports, such as income statements and tax-related filings.
• Audit Support: Act as the point of contact for internal and external auditors to ensure ongoing compliance with payroll accuracy standards.
• Policy and Procedure Development: Update and develop payroll policies and processes to optimise operations.
• Employee Support: Supervise the payroll team to deliver concise and customer-focused support to employees on payroll inquiries.
• Benefits Administration: Administer employee benefits and insurance matters, ensuring deductions and contributions are processed correctly.
• System Improvements: Identify, propose, and implement technological upgrades to enhance payroll efficiency.
• Finance Collaboration: Partner with Finance to ensure payroll, tax, and benefit accounts are reconciled appropriately.
• Annual Responsibilities: Handle submissions and preparations for compliance processes such as P11Ds, PSA, Teachers Pension Scheme EOYC, NMW adjustments, and Gender Pay Gap reporting.
• Cross-department Collaboration: Work in alignment with HR and Finance teams to ensure integrated workflows and progression towards organisational objectives.