Payroll Manager

Are you an experienced Payroll Manager ready for your next challenge?
Do you have strong knowledge of UK payroll legislation and CIS?
Are you looking for a senior payroll role where you can lead a team and make a real impact?

What does a typical day-to-day look like?

• Managing the end-to-end processing of monthly and weekly payrolls for 850+ employees.

• Leading and overseeing the Payroll team, ensuring payrolls are processed accurately and on time.

• Managing CIS payroll for subcontractors, including verification, deductions and submissions.

• Reviewing and approving payroll outputs before final sign-off.

• Ensuring accurate processing of new starters, leavers, salary changes, overtime, allowances, bonuses and statutory deductions.

• Managing payroll calendars and ensuring all deadlines are consistently met.

• Ensuring compliance with UK payroll legislation, HMRC requirements and CIS regulations.

• Managing statutory payments including SSP, SMP, SPP and SAP.

• Completing and submitting HMRC returns and maintaining accurate payroll records.

• Overseeing payroll systems and liaising with software providers to resolve issues and implement improvements.

• Identifying opportunities to streamline processes, reduce manual work and improve payroll accuracy.

• Supporting system upgrades, testing and integration with HR and Finance systems.

• Providing employees with clear guidance on payroll-related matters, including pensions, benefits and deductions.

• Working closely with HR on onboarding, benefits and changes to employee compensation.

• Supporting month-end and year-end processes, including payroll reconciliations and reporting.

• Collaborating with Finance on cost analysis, forecasts and audit requirements.

• Preparing payroll cost reports and analysis for senior leadership.

Who are we looking for?

• Proven experience managing high-volume, multi-frequency payrolls.

• Strong knowledge of UK payroll legislation, HMRC requirements and CIS regulations.

• Previous experience managing and developing a Payroll team.

• Excellent understanding of statutory payments and payroll compliance.

• CIPP qualification would be highly desirable.

• Experience working with integrated HRIS and Finance systems.

• Strong payroll software and Microsoft Excel skills.

• Exceptional accuracy and attention to detail.

• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities and strict deadlines.

• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.

• A discreet and trustworthy approach when handling confidential information.

• Ability to work effectively under pressure in a fast-paced environment.

• A proactive mindset with a focus on process improvement and payroll efficiency.

Interested? Click apply to send your CV today!