Payroll Manager

Job Purpose

Responsible for the effective and efficient delivery of payroll and benefits services to the UK Group of companies.

Day-to-Day Responsibilities

·       Delivery of in-house monthly payroll across UK Group companies

·       Leading and motivating the payroll team – carrying out one to ones and appraisals, setting out development plans & performing regular reviews.

·       Manage, coordinate and prioritise workload of Payroll team, ensuring deadlines are met

·       Manage pension auto enrolment requirements and regulations.

·       Oversee the calculation and processing of statutory deductions Including TAX, NI, SSP, SMP, benefits scheme deductions, Year End returns including P11D, PSA and GPGR submissions

·       Effectively implementing changes to payroll legislation as and when required.

·       Overseeing Payroll year end routines

·       Work closely with the Head of Payroll & Benefits to continuously improve payroll processes including payroll software upgrades where required.

·       Provide support to ROI payroll team for UKI process updates

·       Ensuring that payroll enquiries are dealt with in a timely and comprehensive manner.

·       A key contact within the business for stakeholders including support staff and managers.

·       Provision of data to the Management Accounts team, Inland Revenue, External Auditors and Company Directors

·       Ensure that controls are rigorous, maintained and documented

What you Bring to the Team

·         Successful applicants will be able to demonstrate at least five years of payroll experience

·         Possess a good grasp and knowledge of payroll legislation  

·         Ability to effectively manage a small team

·         Strong attention to detail and the understanding and application of effective control procedures

·         Ability to organise & prioritise workloads to meet strict deadlines.

·         Excellent communication skills

·         Demonstrate ability to take a ‘hands on’ approach within the tam

·         Strong interest in systems and continuous process improvements

·         The motivation and ability to be a “Self-Starter”