Payroll Manager - Interim

Michael Page; Preston; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Michael Page is seeking a Payroll Manager on an interim basis based in Preston to oversee end-to-end payroll processing, ensure compliance and maintain data confidentiality.

You will lead a payroll team, manage deadlines, handle queries, and collaborate with stakeholders to deliver accurate payroll reporting while staying abreast of tax and employment law changes across the payroll function and company policies, with emphasis on accuracy and timeliness.

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing payroll processes and a payroll team.
• Strong knowledge of payroll systems and relevant legislation.
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Effective communication skills for liaising with both internal teams and external stakeholders.
• The ability to handle sensitive information with discretion and confidentiality.
• Proficiency in relevant accounting or payroll software.

Responsibilities

• Manage a team of payrollers.
• Manage the end-to-end payroll process, ensuring accuracy and adherence to deadlines.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant tax and employment laws.
• Handle payroll queries and resolve discrepancies efficiently.
• Prepare and submit payroll reports to internal and external stakeholders.
• Maintain up-to-date payroll records and ensure data confidentiality.
• Assist with audits and provide payroll-related documentation as required.
• Collaborate with other departments to ensure smooth payroll operations.
• Stay informed about changes in payroll legislation and implement necessary updates.

Skills

Payroll management

Team leadership

Regulatory compliance

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Tools

Payroll software

Job description

As a Payroll Manager on an interim basis, you'll oversee the accurate and timely processing of payroll, ensuring compliance with regulations and company policies. Based in Preston, this role is essential to keeping the financial side of the business running smoothly.

Client Details

This role is with a successful company who values their employees.

Description

• Manage a team of payrollers.
• Manage the end-to-end payroll process, ensuring accuracy and adherence to deadlines.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant tax and employment laws.
• Handle payroll queries and resolve discrepancies efficiently.
• Prepare and submit payroll reports to internal and external stakeholders.
• Maintain up-to-date payroll records and ensure data confidentiality.
• Assist with audits and provide payroll-related documentation as required.
• Collaborate with other departments to ensure smooth payroll operations.
• Stay informed about changes in payroll legislation and implement necessary updates.

Profile

A successful Payroll Manager should have:

• Proven experience managing payroll processes and a payroll team.
• Strong knowledge of payroll systems and relevant legislation.
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Effective communication skills for liaising with both internal teams and external stakeholders.
• The ability to handle sensitive information with discretion and confidentiality.
• Proficiency in relevant accounting or payroll software.

Job Offer

• Salary between £50,000 to £60,000 dependent upon experience.
• Interim role for 3 months initially.

People are at the heart of Michael Page. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment. As an inclusive recruiter we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities and experiences. If you require any adjustments or accommodations during the recruitment process, we'll work with you to ensure you can perform at your best.