I'm currently working with a key client based in Kidlington who are seeking an experienced Payroll Manager on an interim basis to bridge a gap within their Finance Team for approx. 3 months initially. This established business, with global connections, offers a hybrid working model, allowing you to work from home 2 days a week.
Reporting directly to the CFO you will be responsible for the end-to-end payroll function, ensuring employee are paid correctly and on time across a multi-site operation.
Key Responsibilities:
- Production of the end-to-end payroll, processing in a timely manner approximately 700 UK employees, including monthly salaries and bi-weekly pay.
- Collate and process all UK payroll data into ADP, covering starters, leavers, benefits, bonuses, overtime, pensions, etc.
- Calculate PAYE and NI, as well as gross-to-net figures.
- Prepare and review monthly payroll reconciliations and control reports.
- Produce payslips using Excel (VLOOKUP proficiency required), ensuring high levels of accuracy and attention to detail.
- Oversee the administration of monthly pension schemes, including enrolment, contributions, and liaison with pension providers.
- Address payroll-related enquiries from employees, providing accurate information and resolving concerns.
- Issue monthly payroll files to senior management for approval and payroll sign-off.
- Produce final payroll reports.
- Manage monthly reconciliations for payments to HMRC and other third parties.
- Contribute to the continuous improvement of controls, processes, and procedures.
The Successful Applicant:
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills for handling complex payroll calculations, identifying discrepancies, reconciling reports, and proactively resolving issues.
- Experience of managing payroll for hourly paid employees as well as monthly salaried employees across multiple sites.
- Good communication and interpersonal skills to effectively address employee enquiries and concerns.
- Understanding of data protection regulations and confidentiality requirements in handling employee information.
- Demonstrates integrity and honesty.
- Ability to efficiently manage multiple tasks and prioritise work to meet tight deadlines.
- Proven experience within payroll, with in-depth knowledge of UK payroll processes, tax regulations, and compliance requirements.
- Excellent organisational and time management skills.
- Experience in the continuous improvement of controls, processes, and procedures.
So, if you're immediately available and feel you meet this criteria then please get in contact to receive further details and apply. /
Butler Rose is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.
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