The Payroll Manager is responsible for ensuring the full and effective delivery end to end payroll and benefits processing and associated reporting responsibilities.

Duties include

* Processing and managing Monthly payroll

* Line Management responsibility for Payroll Officer

* Prepare payroll reports and updates

* Dealing with HMRC queries & RTI

* Processing HMRC notifications

* Processing SMP, SSP

* Checking payroll for accuracy

* Competent and knowledgeable with all aspects of pensions Auto enrolment procedures

* Processing starters/leavers, P45/P46/P11d's

* BACS processing

* Annual year end reporting requirements, including preparation of information for Gender Pay Gap reporting

* Contribute to the continuous improvement of controls, processes and procedures

* Project work to include moving hourly paid workers from monthly pay to weekly pay

Skills Required

* CIPP qualified (or equivalent), and proven experience within payroll, with in-depth knowledge of UK payroll processes, tax regulations, and compliance requirements.

* Experience within a similar multi-site environment; ideally within Food Manufacturing

* Strong analytical and problem-solving skills for handling complex payroll calculations, identifying discrepancies, reconciling reports, and proactively resolving issues.

* Experience of managing payroll for hourly paid employees as well as monthly salaried employees across multiple sites.

* Good communication and interpersonal skills to effectively address enquiries and concerns.

* Understanding of data protection regulations and confidentiality requirements in handling employee information.

* Demonstrates integrity and honesty.

* Experience in the continuous improvement of controls, processes, and procedures.

* Experience in influencing cross functional teams to deliver new processes

If you are interested in a further conversation regarding this role please give me a call to discuss further