Payroll Manager in Warrington

A well-established and growing accountancy practice is looking to appoint an experienced Payroll Manager to lead and develop its payroll function. This is a senior opportunity for an experienced payroll professional who is looking for more than simply managing the day-to-day operation. The successful candidate will take responsibility for an established payroll service, leading a team of four and playing a key role in developing and growing the service line further. With around 300 payroll clients, there is a strong existing platform to build upon.

What you will be doing as a Payroll Manager:

• Leading, managing and developing a team of four payroll professionals
• Overseeing the delivery of payroll services across a diverse portfolio of approximately 300 clients
• Maintaining high standards of accuracy, compliance and client service
• Reviewing and overseeing payroll processes and ensuring deadlines are consistently met
• Acting as a senior point of contact for clients, dealing with queries and providing payroll guidance where required
• Supporting and developing the existing team, including performance management, coaching and mentoring
• Identifying opportunities to improve processes, systems and efficiencies across the payroll function
• Building strong relationships with existing clients and helping to develop the service further
• Identifying opportunities to grow the payroll client base and increase fee income
• Working closely with colleagues across the wider practice to identify opportunities for service development and cross-referral
• Keeping up to date with changes in payroll legislation and ensuring the team operates in line with current requirements

What you will need to succeed as a Payroll Manager:

• Significant experience within payroll, ideally gained within an accountancy practice or payroll bureau environment
• Previous experience managing and developing a payroll team
• Strong technical knowledge of UK payroll legislation and processes
• Experience managing a sizeable portfolio of payroll clients
• Relevant payroll qualifications, with CIPP or equivalent qualifications highly desirable
• Excellent attention to detail and a strong focus on accuracy
• Strong communication and client relationship management skills
• The confidence to identify and implement improvements to existing processes
• A commercial mindset and an interest in developing and growing a payroll service
• The ability to work autonomously while also working effectively with the wider practice

Why join this firm?

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Hybrid working
• A varied portfolio of clients
• Increased responsibility and client exposure
• Opportunity to develop leadership and people management skills
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Supportive and collaborative working environment
• Clear opportunities for further career progression

This is a great opportunity for an experienced Audit Senior or Assistant Manager who is ready to take on more responsibility and develop their career within a growing practice.

What next? The client is keen to start interviewing NOW! So, if you are interested, please apply ASAP!

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