Payroll & Benefits Manager

The One Group are partnering with a highly regarded organisation based in Peterborough to recruit a Payroll & Benefits Manager, on a full time permanent basis.

This role would see you working from the offices Monday - Friday.

You'll be the go-to for all things payroll, pensions, and employee benefits. This is a varied and key role with wide remit, covering salaried and hourly-paid staff, liaising with Finance, HR, and external providers, and playing a pivotal role in forecasting, audit, and compliance.

Responsibilities:

• Monthly payroll processing and submission of BACS
• Administering pension schemes and benefits including auto-enrolment
• Liaison with HMRC, auditors, and pension bodies
• Providing payroll reports, journals, and control account support
• Managing sickness and statutory pay, IR35, and leavers' pay
• Coordinating maternity pay plans, employee benefit schemes, and apprenticeships data

Requirements:

• Strong technical payroll expertise
• Up-to-date knowledge of RTI, PAYE, SMP/SSP, P11D, and pension schemes
• Confident use of payroll systems and Excel
• Experience managing payroll forecasts, reconciliations, and third-party payments
• A proactive mindset and people-focused approach

Benefits:

• £34,000-£36,000 per annum
• 30 days holidays + bank holidays
• Enhanced pension scheme

If this role is of interest, and you would like more information, please apply now and speak with Katherine Pearl at The One Group.