Payroll Manager

Location: CorbyReporting to: Financial Controller

About the Role:Our client is seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Payroll Manager to oversee and manage the accurate and timely processing of weekly payroll. The role requires a proactive professional with strong stakeholder management skills who can ensure compliance with HMRC legislation and statutory requirements while contributing to the continuous improvement of payroll processes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Process weekly payroll using Sage 50 with precision and efficiency.
• Administer pensions, including payments and auto-enrolment.
• Manage employee records for joiners and leavers, including P45 processing.
• Compile payroll data, including weekly timesheets and expense claims.
• Handle statutory payments, such as sick pay, maternity, and paternity pay.
• Ensure compliance with statutory reporting and GDPR.
• Prepare payroll journals and reports for period-end and year-end processes.
• Issue P60 and P11D documents to employees.
• Oversee staff contract changes, promotions, and terminations.
• Maintain payroll records in accordance with statutory requirements and company policies.
• Support audits and interpret new payroll-related legislation.
• Address payroll-related issues, providing timely solutions and recommendations.
• Provide HR administrative support and escalate trends or issues to the HR Manager.

Skills & Attributes:

• Minimum of 3 years' experience in a similar role.
• Certified Payroll Professional designation preferred.
• Strong knowledge of payroll calculations, HMRC compliance, and accounting principles.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Proficient in computer applications, particularly Sage 50.
• Highly organised, with strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work autonomously and make informed decisions.
• Commercially minded, tenacious, and resilient under pressure.

This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated professional to join a dynamic organisation and make a significant impact in a key role.