Payroll Team Leader

Payroll Team Leader

Full-Time 35100 - 42900 £ / year (est.) No working from home possible
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At a Glance

  • Tasks: Lead a small team in processing payroll and ensuring compliance with legislation.
  • Company: Growing business in Leeds with a dynamic payroll function.
  • Benefits: £40,000 salary, flexible working hours, and leadership opportunities.
  • Other info: Join a supportive team and enjoy career growth in a thriving company.
  • Why this job: Take ownership of payroll processes and make a real impact in a busy environment.
  • Qualifications: Strong payroll experience, team management skills, and excellent attention to detail.

The predicted salary is between 35100 - 42900 £ per year.

We are working with a growing business in Leeds that is looking to appoint an experienced Payroll Team Leader to join its busy and expanding payroll function.

This is a hands-on leadership role where you will take responsibility for the processing of payroll, payroll compliance, legislation and reporting, whilst managing and supporting a small team.

The role would suit an experienced payroll professional who enjoys working in a busy environment, can manage competing priorities and is confident taking ownership of the payroll function.

The Role

  • Taking responsibility for the accurate and timely processing of weekly and monthly payrolls
  • Processing payrolls for a bureau, managing multiple payrolls and deadlines
  • Ensuring payroll processes comply with HMRC requirements and current legislation
  • Taking ownership of payroll reporting and reconciliations
  • Managing and supporting a small payroll team
  • Reviewing payrolls and ensuring accuracy before completion
  • Dealing with payroll queries and resolving issues
  • Keeping up to date with changes to payroll legislation and ensuring these are implemented correctly
  • Using Excel to analyse payroll data and produce reports
  • Managing workloads and priorities within a busy and growing function
  • Identifying opportunities to improve payroll processes and efficiencies

About You

  • Strong payroll processing experience, ideally including both weekly and monthly payrolls
  • Previous experience of leading or managing a small team
  • Good knowledge of payroll legislation and HMRC compliance
  • Strong Excel skills and confidence working with payroll data and reporting
  • Excellent attention to detail and a high level of accuracy
  • The ability to manage multiple payrolls and competing deadlines
  • Strong communication and problem-solving skills
  • A proactive approach and the ability to take ownership

What's on Offer?

  • £40,000 salary
  • Leeds-based, office working
  • Flexible start and finish times
  • Opportunity to join a busy and growing payroll function
  • Leadership responsibility within a small team
  • A varied role covering payroll processing, compliance, legislation and reporting

If you're an experienced payroll professional looking for a Team Leader role within a growing payroll function, we'd be keen to hear from you.

Payroll Team Leader employer: Axon Moore

Axon Moore is an excellent employer, offering a dynamic work environment in the heart of Central Manchester. With a strong focus on employee growth and development, the company provides ample opportunities for professional advancement while fostering a collaborative and supportive culture. The hybrid working model enhances work-life balance, making it an attractive choice for those seeking meaningful and rewarding employment in a high-growth B2B firm.

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Contact Details:

Axon Moore Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Payroll Team Leader

Payroll Processing
Payroll Compliance
Legislation Knowledge
Team Leadership
Excel Skills
Attention to Detail
Problem-Solving Skills