At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead payroll processes and enhance HR systems in a dynamic environment.
- Company: Established organisation in north Portsmouth focused on innovation and growth.
- Benefits: Hybrid working, competitive pension, generous holiday allowance, and wellness initiatives.
- Other info: Supportive culture with opportunities for continuous improvement and career growth.
- Why this job: Make a real impact by optimising payroll systems and processes.
- Qualifications: Experience in UK payroll operations and strong technical skills with payroll systems.
The predicted salary is between 40000 - 50000 £ per year.
Are you an experienced payroll professional with a passion for systems optimisation? An established organisation in north Portsmouth is seeking a Payroll & Systems Manager to lead their payroll function and enhance their HR and payroll systems. This role offers an exciting chance to influence operational processes within a supportive, growth-oriented environment. The organisation values innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement, providing comprehensive benefits including hybrid working, a competitive pension, generous holiday allowance, and various wellness initiatives.
Responsibilities
- Lead the end‑to‑end payroll process, ensuring accuracy and compliance with UK legislation, while driving system enhancements.
- Act as the expert resource for payroll queries, supporting staff and management with payroll and system‑related issues.
- Manage and develop payroll systems, identifying opportunities for automation and efficiency improvements.
- Collaborate with HR and Finance teams to optimise data flow, reporting, and audit processes.
- Support system upgrades, new implementations, and ongoing system health to foster continual improvement.
Candidate Profile
- Proven experience managing payroll operations within the UK, with a solid understanding of PAYE, NIC, pensions, and statutory payments.
- Strong technical expertise with payroll systems, including implementation or improvement projects.
- Excellent attention to detail, analytical capabilities, and problem‑solving skills.
- Confident communicator, able to engage with stakeholders at all levels.
- Experience supervising or supporting team members is advantageous but not essential.
Benefits
- 37.5 hours per week, with 2 days WFH.
- Excellent company pension contribution.
- 25 days holiday, plus bank holidays.
- Discretionary annual bonus.
- Life assurance.
- Retail discounts, online GP, EV scheme, cycle‑to‑work, healthcare cash plan, and more.
- ESG days.
- Employee Assistance Programme.
- Salary depending on experience.
CMA complies with all relevant UK legislation and does not discriminate on any protected characteristics.
Payroll & Systems Manager employer: Cma Recruitment
Join a forward-thinking organisation in north Portsmouth as a Payroll & Systems Manager, where your expertise will drive innovation and operational excellence. With a strong emphasis on employee well-being, the company offers a supportive work culture, hybrid working options, and a comprehensive benefits package that includes generous holiday allowances and wellness initiatives. This is an excellent opportunity for professional growth in a collaborative environment that values continuous improvement and system optimisation.
