At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage payroll for 100 clients and ensure compliance with statutory requirements.
- Company: Join Focus, a leading financial services firm with a client-first approach.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, annual cash bonus, and comprehensive benefits package.
- Other info: Dynamic team environment with opportunities for professional growth.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in payroll management while enjoying hybrid work flexibility.
- Qualifications: 5 years of payroll processing experience and strong Excel skills required.
The predicted salary is between 40000 - 50000 £ per year.
Focus Partner firm, GRF is seeking a Payroll Assistant Manager to join our team of dedicated professionals. This position will be based in our London office on a full-time basis, with potential for hybrid working following a 4-month probation. The Payroll Assistant Manager will ensure all payroll information and records are maintained in accordance with statutory requirements and support internal and external audits related as such.
Responsibilities
- Ensure all payroll information and records are maintained in accordance with statutory requirements and support internal and external audits related as such.
- Resolve issues relating to payroll production.
- Assisting with preparations of monthly payrolls for approximately 100 clients.
- Assisting with all year end PAYE requirements.
- Liaising with staff members to ensure timely provision of payroll information.
Qualifications
- Minimum 5 years' experience in end-to-end payroll processing.
- Experience in managing portfolio of client payrolls on weekly and monthly basis.
- Experience with payroll software. QuickBooks Online, Xero, BrightPay or PAYE Tools preferred.
- Strong Microsoft Excel skills.
- Strong knowledge of and ability to understand new legislation impacting payroll.
- Knowledge of Auto Enrolment with different pension providers.
- Excellent communication skills.
- High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
- Ability to work effectively on own initiative or as part of a team.
- Candidates with CIPP qualifications or studying toward a CIPP preferred.
This position is an exempt position. The annualized base pay range for this role is expected to be between £40,000–£50,000 base salary compensation range. Actual base pay may vary based on factors including, but not limited to, experience, subject matter expertise, geographic location where work will be performed, and the applicant’s skill set. The base pay is just one component of the total compensation package. Other rewards may include an annual cash bonus and a comprehensive benefits package.
Focus is a leading financial services firm comprised of integrated wealth management, family office, and business management services. Blending deep expertise and expansive resources with a boutique, client-first fiduciary philosophy, Focus helps individuals, families, and institutions navigate complex financial situations with highly personalized solutions tailored to their unique needs.
EEO Statement: Focus is an equal opportunity employer and bases its employment decisions on the employee or candidate’s skillset, and without regard to an employee or candidate’s race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state and/or federal law. Focus complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact careers@focuspartners.com.
Payroll Assistant Manager employer: Focus Partners Wealth
Focus is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment in the heart of London, where employees can thrive both professionally and personally. With a strong emphasis on employee growth, comprehensive benefits, and a supportive culture that prioritises client-first solutions, the Payroll Assistant Manager role provides a unique opportunity to contribute to a leading financial services firm while enjoying the flexibility of hybrid working after a probation period.
