Payroll Senior

Payroll Elite have partnered with this very established professional services company, who are currently looking for an experience Payroll Senior to help manage a team of payroll administrators. This position offers a fantastic opportunity to join an extremely reputable business.

The Role

We are seeking a skilled and proactive Payroll Senior to assist our payroll bureau team. The successful candidate will be help oversee payroll operations with the Payroll Manager and Assistant Payroll Manager, ensuring compliance, managing a team of 7 payroll professionals, and maintaining high standards of service. This role requires a keen eye for detail, excellent organisational skills and the ability to communicate effectively with clients and team members.

Responsibilities

• Assist and coordinate the daily operations of the payroll bureau, ensuring timely and accurate processing of payroll for various clients.
• Help manage a team of payroll administrators, providing guidance, training and support to enhance their skills and performance and step in, in the absence of the Payroll Manager and / or the Assistant Payroll Manager.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant payroll legislation, including tax regulations, national insurance and pension auto-enrolment.
• Review and approve payroll calculations, adjustments, and reports before distribution to clients.
• Liaise with clients to understand their payroll needs, address queries and provide exceptional customer service.
• Monitor and implement payroll software updates and improvements, ensuring the system operates efficiently.
• Conduct regular audits of payroll processes to identify areas for improvement and ensure compliance with internal policies and external regulations.
• Assist in the preparation of payroll-related reports and statistics for management and clients.
• Stay updated on changes in payroll legislation and best practices, proactively adapting processes as necessary.

Must have

• Proven experience in a payroll supervisory or management role.
• Strong knowledge of UK payroll legislation and compliance requirements.
• Proficient in payroll software and related technologies (e.g. Iris/Star, Sage, Xero).
• Excellent organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with a client-focused approach.

Benefits include:

• Competitive salary based on experience
• 25 days holiday
• Day off on your Birthday
• Pension scheme
• Free parking