Payroll Manager

Our client, based Oxfordshire, is excited to announce that they are looking for a new Payroll Manager.

They are seeking an experienced Payroll Manager to lead UK payroll operations, compliance, systems improvement, and team performance across a multi-site organisation.

Key Responsibilities

• Own accurate and timely monthly processing of seven UK payrolls, covering c.1,100 employees.

• Manage payroll controls, reconciliations, BACS, year-end, payroll accounting and balance sheet activities.

• Ensure UK payroll, HMRC, RTI, pension and statutory compliance, including pensions, statutory payments, benefits, deductions, bonuses and executive remuneration.

• Manage Cintra payroll services and external providers, ensuring service delivery and controls are maintained.

• Lead payroll systems, process improvement and automation, including Workday/SAP integrations, ServiceNow workflows and reporting.

• Support internal and external audits, including SOX controls, and partner with HR, Finance, IT and site teams to resolve payroll issues.

• Lead, coach and develop the payroll team and act as the UK payroll subject matter expert.

Requirements

• Significant UK payroll management experience in a medium/large organisation.

• Strong knowledge of UK payroll legislation and HMRC requirements.

• Strong payroll controls, reconciliation and audit experience.

• Experience with integrated HR/payroll/ERP systems.

• Proven payroll process improvement and change experience.

• Strong Excel and data analysis skills.

• CIPP or equivalent experience is desirable.

• Experience with Cintra, SAP, Workday, ServiceNow or Power BI is desirable.

Should you have any questions or wish to apply please do not hesitate to contact Clear Legal and Financial Recruitment.

Please Note: Due to the number of applications we receive we may be unable to respond to every application directly. If you have not heard from us within 3 working days, please assume your application has been unsuccessful