Payroll Manager

Yolk Recruitment Ltd

Posted 9 hours ago, valid for 12 days

Cardiff, South Glamorgan CF5 1DR, Wales

Full Time

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Sonic Summary

The client is seeking an experienced Payroll Manager to oversee payroll operations for approximately 6,000 employees in Cardiff, offering a salary of £35,000.
The ideal candidate should have proven experience in payroll management, particularly in handling high-volume payroll, along with strong leadership skills.
Key responsibilities include ensuring accurate payroll processing, managing statutory payments, and leading a payroll team to achieve high performance.
Candidates should possess in-depth knowledge of payroll systems, compliance requirements, and advanced Excel skills, with a focus on process improvement.
This is a site-based role that provides an excellent opportunity for a detail-oriented professional looking to advance their career in payroll management.

Payroll Manager - £35,000 | Cardiff | Site-Based | Leadership (direct reports)

Our client is seeking an experienced Payroll Manager to lead their payroll operations and ensure the accurate and timely processing of payroll for a large workforce. This is a fantastic opportunity for a detail-oriented professional with strong leadership skills to join a fast-paced and dynamic team.

Key Responsibilities:

Oversee the end-to-end payroll process for approximately 6,000 employees.
Ensure all payroll data, including starter, leaver, and change forms, is accurately processed.
Manage the upload of weekly and monthly hours and verify accuracy.
Calculate and process statutory payments such as SSP, SMP, SPP, and SAP.
Monitor and action tax code and student loan updates from HMRC.
Oversee the processing of P46/P45 tax forms.
Ensure compliance with payroll-related legislation and internal policies.
Review payroll trial runs, identify discrepancies, and implement corrections.
Manage BACS payments and deductions, including AOE/CSA orders and voluntary contributions.
Handle payroll queries from employees and third parties efficiently.
Generate and analyze payroll reports for senior management and other departments.
Lead, support, and develop the payroll team, ensuring high performance and efficiency.
Continuously seek process improvements to enhance payroll operations.

Skills & Experience:

Proven experience in payroll management, handling high-volume payroll.
Strong leadership skills with experience managing a payroll team.
In-depth knowledge of payroll systems and best practices.
Excellent analytical skills with high attention to detail.
Strong understanding of payroll legislation and compliance requirements.
Advanced Excel skills and the ability to generate detailed payroll reports.
Ability to work under pressure, meet strict deadlines, and manage multiple priorities.
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

If you are a proactive and results-driven payroll professional looking to take the next step in your career, our client would love to hear from you! Apply today.

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