£55K/yr to £65K/yr
Wakefield, England
Contract, Variable

Interim Payroll & Benefits Project Manager

Posted by Elevation Recruitment Group.

Interim Payroll & Benefits Project Manager
Location: Pontefract
Type: Interim contract until January 2025

Elevation are excited to be working with an established business who are looking for an experienced Payroll & Benefits Project Manager with a key focus of upgrading their current payroll software, conducting a audits across the UK function and managing the monthly payroll process.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Conduct payroll audit and implement mitigation actions.
  • Ensure compliance with legal and company requirements.
  • Develop and implement the UK Payroll software upgrade project plan.
  • Manage project resources, including personnel, budget, and technology.
  • Monitor project progress and communicate updates to stakeholders.
  • Provide training and support on new payroll processes and systems.
  • Offer guidance on payroll-related matters to line managers.
  • Manage ad hoc enquiries from managers, employees, and external contacts.
  • Administer the Time & Attendance Systems and provide financial reconciliation.
  • Produce and analyse weekly and monthly reports for the business.
  • Liaise with external benefit providers and provide reports where applicable.

Key Requirements:

  • Experience Payroll Manager with proven track record of managing complex payroll projects and system upgrades
  • Knowledge of UK payroll legislation is essential
  • Experience with external payroll providers, SD Worx preferred

If you are actively looking for your next project, please apply today!