Payroll Manager

Payroll Manager

As Payroll Manager, you will oversee the payroll function across multiple international locations, ensuring timely, accurate, and compliant payroll processing for a dynamic and rapidly expanding team. This role will involve managing all payroll operations, keeping detailed records, producing regular reports, and driving continuous improvement initiatives within the payroll process.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Global Payroll Management: Oversee payroll for around 200 employees across four countries, supporting 50% anticipated year-on-year growth.
2. Payroll Processing: Ensure the timely and accurate processing of all employee salaries, benefits, and deductions, maintaining rigorous confidentiality of financial information.
3. Data Management and Reporting: Maintain detailed employee records, prepare payroll reports, and update data for new hires and terminations.
4. Regulatory Compliance: Ensure payroll practices are in full compliance with local laws and regulations, including those regarding working hours and minimum wages.
5. Error Resolution: Identify and resolve any payroll discrepancies promptly.
6. Pension Administration: Accurately manage pension deductions and coordinate with external partners for reconciliation.
7. Change Monitoring: Track employee status changes, including promotions, transfers, and exits.
8. Payroll Journal Entries: Complete all payroll-related journal entries for each payroll cycle.

Additional Accountabilities:

1. Manage all HMRC submissions and payroll reconciliations, ensuring strict adherence to legislative timelines.
2. Lead and contribute to payroll-related projects, focusing on process improvements and operational efficiency.
3. Collaborate closely with Finance and HR teams to streamline procedures and enhance data integrity.

Key Skills and Qualifications:

1. Exceptional attention to detail, problem-solving, and troubleshooting skills.
2. Strong data analysis and presentation abilities, with a talent for translating findings into actionable insights for stakeholders.
3. Excellent interpersonal skills and up-to-date technical payroll knowledge.
4. Proven experience with outsourced payroll processing and familiarity with in-house payroll management.
5. Proficiency with payroll systems, numerical tasks, and time management skills to meet deadlines.

Benefits:

1. Bonus
2. Enhanced pension with salary sacrifice options
3. Life assurance cover for peace of mind
4. Enhanced sick pay and private medical insurance with flexible family cover

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Location: Payroll Manager - Manchester