Assistant Payroll Manager

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Assistant Payroll Manager to join a thriving Business Support Team in Saxmundham.

This Assistant Payroll Manager job in Saxmundham offers a balance of challenge and reward, with the flexibility of full-time (37.5 hours) or part-time (minimum 30 hours) working arrangements, combined with agile home-working options.

In this Assistant Payroll Manager job in Saxmundham, you will...

• manage payrolls, ranging from single-director companies to businesses with up to 100 employees
• support clients spanning sectors such as retail, charities, technology, and agriculture

This is an opportunity to develop your expertise in a diverse and collaborative environment.

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• Payroll Management: End-to-end payroll processing for a diverse portfolio of clients.
• Payments: Managing BACs payment processing.
• Client Interaction: Direct client contact and query resolution.
• Deadline Management: Ensuring timely completion of all payroll tasks.
• Team Support: Assisting and supervising junior staff (Assistant Manager level).

The Payroll team manages approximately 85 payrolls, ranging from single-director businesses to organisations with up to 100 employees.

Serving clients across diverse industries such as retail, agriculture, and technology, the team provides a collaborative and supportive environment for personal and professional growth.

• Minimum of 2 years (Senior) or 3 years (Assistant Manager) payroll experience, handling multiple payrolls or significant size/complexity
• Strong understanding of:
  • Auto-enrolment pensions
  • Statutory payments (SSP, SMP, etc.)
  • Holiday pay legislation and minimum wage compliance
  • HMRC RTI legislation and directors' payments
• Practical knowledge of payroll processing, including managing multiple priorities
• Competent IT skills, particularly with MS Office (Excel, Word)
• Strong communication skills for clear and effective client and team interactions
• Self-motivated with a positive problem-solving approach
• CIPP certifications or a foundation degree in payroll management
• Familiarity with payroll tools such as Star/IRIS Payroll Professional, Sage Payroll, HMRC Basic Tools, and PT-X BACs processing
• Experience with CCH suite and onboarding new clients (Assistant Manager level)

• £35,000 to £45,000 per annum
• Part-time / full-time positions available
• Flexible / hybrid working options
• Generous annual leave
• Buy holiday scheme
• Retail perks and discounts
• Regular social events
• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
• Cycle to work scheme
• Supportive and social team
• Wellbeing support
• Company pension
• Open and inclusive culture
• Career development opportunities
• Plus more

If you're looking for an Assistant Payroll Manager job in Saxmundham where you can manage your own portfolio, provide expert client advice, and grow within a respected firm, apply now or contact us to find out more.

Public Practice Recruitment Ltd recruits high-calibre accounting professionals at all levels for tax, accounts, and auditor jobs on both a permanent and temporary basis for accountancy firms.

Specialising solely in accountancy recruitment, Public Practice Recruitment Ltd regularly has new accountancy jobs in Saxmundham and has a superb track record of meeting and exceeding expectations for accountants looking for their next accounting role.