Sole Payroll Manager

Michael Page (UK); London Borough of Hillingdon; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking a Sole Payroll Manager in London. The role involves managing end-to-end payroll processes, ensuring compliance with legislation, and liaising with stakeholders. Ideal candidates have strong payroll management backgrounds and are proficient in payroll software. The position offers a salary starting at £45,000 per annum, a permanent full-time contract, and a hybrid working model with some remote work.

Benefits

Parking on site

Easy access via public transport

Hybrid work model

Qualifications

• Strong background in payroll management within a professional setting.
• Solid understanding of accounting and finance principles.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end payroll processes, ensuring accuracy.
• Ensure compliance with statutory regulations and company policies.
• Oversee payroll reporting and maintain accurate records.

Skills

Payroll management

Attention to detail

Accounting principles

Payroll software proficiency

Organizational skills

Regulatory compliance knowledge

Tools

Excel

Job description

• Join a global business!
• Take ownership of the payroll process!

About Our Client

• Highly successful business in the Manufacturing and Production space
• Global clientele
• c. 300+ employees spread across numerous sites here in the UK (West London headquarters)

Job Description

Sole Payroll Manager

• Manage end-to-end payroll processes, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Ensure compliance with statutory regulations and company policies.
• Oversee payroll reporting and maintain accurate records.
• Collaborate with the finance team to reconcile payroll accounts.
• Address employee payroll queries in a professional and timely manner.
• Implement and maintain payroll system updates and improvements.
• Provide guidance and support to junior payroll staff.
• Liaise with external auditors and regulatory bodies as required.

The Successful Applicant

A successful Sole Payroll Manager should have:

• A strong background in payroll management within a professional setting.
• Solid understanding of accounting and finance principles.
• Proficiency in payroll software and systems - Excel competent
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Knowledge of current payroll legislation and compliance requirements.
• Ability to work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders
• Comfortable operating within a sole payroll position
• Happy to commute to numerous sites within the West London area (Hayes)

What's on Offer

Sole Payroll Manager

• Salary (dependent on previous experience and expectations): Ranging from £45,000 per annum and above
• Permanent, full time position
• Sole ownership of the payroll process
• Hybrid model - travel between Hayes, one other site and WFH 1x day per week
• Parking on site (Hayes)
• Easy access via public transport
• Growing business!