SonicJobs Logo
Left arrow iconBack to search

Payroll Manager

Reed
Posted 7 hours ago, valid for 3 days
Location

Windsor, Berkshire SL4 4AY, England

Salary

£55,000 - £65,000 per annum

Contract type

Full Time

Retirement Plan
Life Insurance

In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.

Sonic Summary

info
  • The Payroll and Benefits Manager position offers an annual salary ranging from £55,000 to £65,000, depending on experience.
  • Located in Windsor, this full-time role is responsible for managing payroll processes for approximately 1500 staff members across multiple payrolls.
  • Candidates should have proven experience in processing large in-house payrolls and a strong understanding of employment law and HMRC regulations.
  • The role includes managing a small team, administering company benefits, and ensuring compliance with payroll policies and procedures.
  • Applicants are expected to have intermediate to advanced Excel skills and demonstrate leadership abilities, with a commitment to promoting equality and inclusion.
Payroll and Benefits Manager
  • Annual Salary: £55,000 - £65,000 depending on experience 
  • Location: Windsor 
  • Job Type: Full-time

We are seeking a Payroll Manager to join our Finance department. This pivotal role involves managing payroll processes for approximately 1500 permanent and temporary staff across multiple payrolls, including pension schemes. Reporting directly to the Finance Director, this position also includes the management of one team member and offers a significant opportunity to enhance and streamline our payroll and benefits systems.

Day-to-day of the role:
  • Manage and process payroll accurately and timely for four different payrolls, including RTI submissions, PAYE, Apprentice Levy, and National Living Wage.
  • Handle all end-of-year and monthly returns, ensuring timely payments to relevant parties.
  • Calculate and process complex P11d benefits in kind calculations and submissions.
  • Administer all company benefits, including statutory benefits such as maternity and sick pay, life assurance, and pension schemes.
  • Act as the primary contact for all payroll, pension, and benefits queries, providing timely and accurate responses.
  • Review and improve payroll policies and procedures to maintain high standards.
  • Prepare and import monthly payroll journals to the nominal ledger and reconcile related balance sheet accounts.
  • Prepare payroll-related audit schedules and liaise with auditors as required.
  • Generate annual Gender Pay Gap statistics and other ad-hoc reports and analyses.
  • Commit to promoting equality, diversity, and inclusion within the workplace.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
  • Proven experience in processing and managing large in-house payrolls.
  • Strong knowledge of employment law and HMRC regulations, with a commitment to staying updated on new legislation.
  • Ability to perform manual gross-to-net payroll calculations.
  • Excellent communication skills and professionalism when interacting with staff at all levels.
  • Intermediate to advanced skills in Excel.
  • Demonstrated leadership and team management abilities.
  • Capable of working effectively in a fast-paced environment and managing multiple priorities.
Benefits:
  • Competitive salary package.
  • Opportunities for professional development and training.
  • Supportive and inclusive work environment.
Working Pattern:
  • Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM (one unpaid hour for lunch).
  • Full-time, 52 weeks per year.

To apply for the Payroll and Benefits Manager position, please submit your CV and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this role.

Apply now in a few quick clicks

In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.