Job Title: Payroll Manager
Job Summary:
The Payroll Manager is responsible for overseeing all aspects of the payroll process within the organisation. This includes ensuring accurate and timely payment of salaries, benefits, and deductions, compliance with relevant laws and regulations, and maintaining comprehensive payroll records. The Payroll Manager will lead a team of payroll professionals, coordinate with various departments, and continuously seek to improve payroll processes and systems.
Key Responsibilities:
Payroll Processing:
Manage the preparation and processing of payroll for all employees, both salaried and those who are Time sheet based.
Ensure the accuracy of payroll data including hours worked, salaries, bonuses, commissions, deductions, and taxes.
Oversee the distribution of payroll payments and associated payslips.
Compliance:
Ensure compliance with UK payroll, wage, and hour laws and best practices.
Prepare and submit payroll tax returns and related compliance reports.
Record Keeping:
Maintain accurate payroll records and ensure data integrity.
Handle payroll discrepancies and resolve employee payroll issues.
Team Leadership:
Supervise and train payroll staff as and when necessary.
Delegate tasks effectively to ensure all payroll activities are completed accurately and on time.
Reporting and Analysis:
Prepare and distribute payroll reports to management.
Analyse payroll data for trends and discrepancies.
System Management:
Oversee payroll system upgrades and implementations.
Collaborate with IT and HR to ensure payroll systems are functioning correctly.
Employee Relations:
Respond to employee inquiries regarding payroll and benefits.
Conduct payroll-related training sessions for employees.
Continuous Improvement:
Identify opportunities to streamline payroll processes.
Stay updated with industry trends and regulatory changes affecting payroll.
Qualifications:
Education:
Qualified experience in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field.
Experience:
Minimum of 5 years of experience in payroll administration.
Skills:
In-depth knowledge of payroll processes and systems.
Strong understanding of tax regulations and labour laws.
Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
Proficiency with payroll software and Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel, Sage line 50 payroll and Xero, experience in Staffology would be beneficial
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
Certifications:
Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) designation preferred.
Working Conditions:
Full-time position, hybrid working is available.
Office environment with occasional need for overtime during payroll periods.
Additional Requirements:
Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information.
Strong ethical standards and professionalism