Payroll Manager in Felixstowe, Suffolk

Payroll Manager in Felixstowe, Suffolk

Felixstowe +1 Full-Time 40500 - 49500 Β£ / year (est.) Home office (partial)
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At a Glance

  • Tasks: Manage payroll processes and ensure compliance across multiple entities.
  • Company: Established organisation in Suffolk with a supportive work culture.
  • Benefits: Hybrid working, competitive salary, and opportunities for professional growth.
  • Other info: Join a team that values attention to detail and process improvement.
  • Why this job: Take ownership of payroll and make a real impact in a dynamic environment.
  • Qualifications: Proven payroll experience and strong knowledge of legislation and systems.

The predicted salary is between 40500 - 49500 Β£ per year.

MacKenzie King are delighted to be recruiting a Payroll Manager for an established organisation in Suffolk. As Payroll Manager you will take ownership of the payroll function, managing the end-to-end payroll process across multiple entities and acting as the key point of contact for all payroll-related queries. This role offers hybrid working, with 1-2 days per week in the office based in Suffolk.

Key Tasks and Responsibilities:

  • Manage the end to end payroll process across two entities.
  • Coordinate payroll month end and year-end activities, including reconciliations and reporting.
  • Ensure compliance with payroll legislation, pensions, HMRC requirements, and data protection regulations.
  • Act as the main point of contact for employee payroll, pension, tax, and National Insurance queries.
  • Manage BACS payment processing and payroll approvals.
  • Oversee starters, leavers, pension administration, P11Ds, and payroll journals.
  • Identify and implement improvements to payroll processes and controls.
  • Provide support to wider finance activities as required.

Skills & Experience:

  • Proven experience in a Payroll Manager or senior payroll position.
  • Strong knowledge of payroll legislation, HMRC requirements, pensions, and statutory payments.
  • Experience managing end-to-end payroll processes with a high degree of accuracy.
  • Excellent attention to detail, organisational, and problem-solving skills.
  • Strong communication skills with the ability to build effective relationships across the organisation.
  • Experience using payroll systems and driving process improvements.

Locations

FelixstoweSuffolk

Payroll Manager in Felixstowe, Suffolk employer: MacKenzie King - Accountancy & Finance Recruitment

At MacKenzie King, we pride ourselves on being an excellent employer, offering a dynamic work environment in Woolpit where innovation and collaboration thrive. As a Financial Controller, you will not only play a pivotal role in shaping our financial strategies but also benefit from a supportive culture that prioritises employee growth through mentorship and study support. With competitive benefits including a performance-related bonus, private medical insurance, and a hybrid working model, we are committed to fostering a workplace that values your contributions and encourages professional development.

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Contact Details:

MacKenzie King - Accountancy & Finance Recruitment Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Payroll Manager in Felixstowe, Suffolk

End-to-End Payroll Management
Payroll Legislation Knowledge
HMRC Compliance
Pensions Administration
Statutory Payments Knowledge
BACS Payment Processing
Reconciliation Skills