Jacob Grey have partnered with a prestigious and well-established organisation to source a new Payroll Manager. Reporting to the HR Director with a dotted line to the Finance Director, you will be in the in-house expert on all payroll and pension matters for the organisation, ensuring full accuracy, compliance, and timely delivery as well as providing guidance and recommendations to the senior leadership team. The duties This is a stand alone role, with no management responsibilities. Your duties will include, but are not limited to: * Ownership and responsibility for managing all end-to end-payroll operations for up to 450 permanent employees across 3 sites * All aspects of payroll administration including calculating SSP, SMP, setting up starters and leavers, issuing P45s, calculating holiday pay/pro rata salary, etc * Completing accurate payment runs monthly for all staff and dealing with any associated queries * Liaising with the external payroll bureau monthly (currently the bureau is supporting the data entry for the monthly payroll whilst payments themselves are processed in-house) * Ensuring compliance with relevant legislation such as HMRC and statutory payments * Administering the organisation's pension scheme, acting as the main point of contact for the pension providers * Project work including reviewing existing payroll processes and systems and making recommendations for change as well as overseeing any subsequent implementation / migration * Financial reporting and analysis relating to payroll activities including monthly headcount analysis, actual vs budget variance analysis, and forecasting/budgeting for monthly/annual payroll * Preparing additional reports e.g. gender pay gap reports * Preparing and submitting statutory returns (including P60s and P11ds) * Ad hoc projects as and when required The successful candidate The successful candidate will have an exemplary track record in a similar management role, although the client will consider individuals who have lead payroll teams previously as well as payroll managers who have operated in a sole capacity. Please also note, payroll accounting experience or involvement in payroll projects isn't essential, but would naturally be very desirable. Irrespective, you will possess plenty of initiative, excellent communication skills, and the ability to multitask/handle complex, similar sized payrolls. What's on offer On offer is a generous basic salary, an excellent benefits package (including 27 days holiday plus bank holidays), and a genuine opportunity to put your own stamp on a varied and exciting role. There is also the option for some hybrid working, a genuinely warm and friendly leadership team, whilst the organisation itself sits within very scenic surroundings. We look forward to receiving your application
Payroll Manager in Woodford Green employer: Jacob Grey Recruitment
Join a dynamic and ambitious Harlow-based business as a Finance Manager, where you will not only lead a small finance team but also engage in commercial accounting and business partnering. With a strong focus on employee growth, this role offers clear pathways to advancement, potentially leading to a Financial Controller position. The supportive work culture, combined with the opportunity to contribute to strategic financial planning and decision-making, makes this company an excellent employer for those seeking meaningful and rewarding careers.
