Payroll Manager (Part-Time)

Simple Recruitment are looking for an experienced Payroll Manager (part- time) for a permanent opportunity with our client in Bradford on Avon.

We are looking for a well-rounded individual who can align with our core values of working as a team and someone who will listen, problem solve and continually strive for improvement, in both their direct and in-direct areas of responsibility.

The Job:As Payroll Manager you’ll be the go-to for anything payroll-related, ensuring that each employee is paid accurately and on time. You’ll manage everything from regular monthly pay runs to tax compliance and deductions, collaborating with colleagues to keep everything in perfect sync. This role is vital in supporting the employee lifecycle, from their first payslip to their final payment.The Payroll Manager will manage and oversee the process of employee payments across the business, ensuring that employees are remunerated in line with all contractual and statutory requirementsThis role is pivotal in ensuring employee satisfaction through end-to-end payroll query resolution over the phone and by email and compliance with HMRC regulationsIn this newly created business role, you will contribute to our workplace culture in respect of learning, collaboration, transparency and inclusiveness

About you:

• A minimum of two years previous experience in delivering a fully managed payroll service
• Relevant payroll qualification(s) such as CIPP, or the ability to demonstrate appropriate skills and knowledge
• Strong knowledge of payroll software and systems is a necessity, together with solid experience across Microsoft Office
• Excellent knowledge of payroll legislation relating to payroll services; including HMRC requirements with regards to tax, national insurance, apprenticeship levy, RTI, auto-enrolment, PAYE and off payroll working
• Experience of payroll and pension year end processes
• Ability to produce information, accurate reports and present information
• Meticulous attention to detail and strong analytical skills, with an ability to manage work logically
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to explain payroll in simple terms

Success Factors:

• Success in this role will be viewed as the ability to plan and meet the payroll deadline every month with maximum accuracy
• With ownership of fully insourced end-to-end payroll processes, you will be the go-to expert for all payroll-related questions
• With a focus on service delivery, you will collaborate with finance and HR teams to ensure seamless integration of payroll data
• You will manage full compliance with all statutory and third-party payments, ensuring accuracy and submission within the required deadlines

Key Responsibilities:

• Navigate tight deadlines and meet all statutory obligations in respect of monthly PAYE processing
• Collate, verify, and enter payroll information, including hours worked, deductions and bonuses
• Conduct monthly checks to ensure all employees are paid in accordance with National Minimum Wage (NMW) requirements
• Provide new hires with an overview of the payroll process and key timelines, together with supporting exit interviews with payroll-related clarifications, if required
• Ensure new employees are enrolled in the company pension scheme and provided with clear information on salary sacrifice options and available benefits. Oversee the ongoing management of the pension scheme, including accurate calculation and submission of monthly contributions, as well as handling pension re-enrolment declarations and certification requirements
• Make necessary corrections/manual updates as necessary so that data integrity in payroll software (IRIS Cascade) remains intact and there are no downstream impacts to employee pay
• Address and resolve payroll discrepancies, employee inquiries and concerns related to pay, benefits and deductions
• Process BACs payments to employees, HMRC and third parties, including pension submission and data reporting
• Prepare and submit end-of-year processes, including P60s, P45s and payrolling of taxable benefits
• Prepare payroll reports, summaries and reconciliations as required by finance, HR and the senior management team
• Manage the administration of various company benefits, including company vehicles, income protection, life assurance and salary sacrifice schemes
• Work closely with HR, finance, and management to coordinate payroll changes and support related administrative tasks
• Perform regular audits to ensure accurate record-keeping and reporting
• Effectively communicate with colleagues across the business to ensure a high standard of employee experience
• Work closely with external auditors on all payroll related transactions and processes, ensuring that all monthly controls are met and documented
• Proactively develop and keep up to date with new payroll legislation
• Explore opportunities to enhance and streamline payroll operations, with a focus on improving the efficiency and integration of multiple timesheets
• Maintain and safeguard payroll records and employee files, ensuring confidentiality and data integrity in line with GDPR

Benefits:25 days holiday plus bank holidays with an incremental holiday packageCompetitive SalaryWorkplace pension scheme with matched contributions up to 7.5%Income protectionLife assuranceEmployee Assistance ProgrammeCycle to work and home & tech schemes

Hours:Monday to Friday20 to 30 hours per week (flexible)

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing and exciting business with an excellent reputation in their field.

Our brief: Simple Recruitment are acting as an employment business on behalf of our client, based in Bradford on Avon who are seeking a Payroll Manager to join their team on a permanent basis.