[ref. l77747802] Payroll Manager - Bureau

About Our Client

Our client is a well-established professional services firm, employing over 2000 individuals across the UK. This organisation prides itself on delivering top-tier services to its valued clients across various sectors.

• Manage and direct a Payroll Team, offering guidance and ensuring their activities align with company standards.
• Oversee the administration of payrolls for a diverse range of medium to large-sized clients, including responsibilities like submitting tax information, completing annual payroll reports, and managing pension auto-enrolment.
• Handle the execution of client payrolls on a weekly and monthly basis, including data entry, balancing accounts, generating payslips, and producing detailed client reports.
• Provide expert advice to clients on payroll-related matters, PAYE regulations, and basic employment laws.
• Act as the primary contact with government bodies like HMRC, as well as pension administrators, to resolve client-related issues.
• Maintain consistent and proactive communication with clients through phone calls and face-to-face meetings to ensure their payroll needs are met.
• Establish and maintain strong connections with both internal teams and external partners to foster effective collaboration and smooth payroll operations.

The Successful Applicant

A successful Payroll Manager should have:

• Proven experience in a similar managerial role.
• Ideally a bureau or accountancy practice background preferred but not essential.
• An eagle eye for detail to ensure that all calculations, data entries, and compliance checks are accurate.
• Strong numerical skills are essential for handling calculations, deductions, and contributions. This includes understanding percentages, taxes, and benefits.
• Ability to handle sensitive information, such as employee salaries and personal details whilst maintaining confidentiality.

• An estimated salary range of £35,000-£45,000 annually.
• Health & wellbeing support.
• Opportunity to work in a supportive and professional environment.
• Pension scheme
• Study support
• Hybrid & flexible working
• Generous holiday allowance

We encourage all candidates who believe they possess the necessary skills and experience to apply for this exciting opportunity.