Payroll Manager

Your new company
Hays are working with a global company based in Derry to recruit a Payroll Manager to join their finance team. This company has been in business for over 50 years and operates globally.

Your new role
The Payroll Manager will oversee and direct payroll processing and procedures, ensuring compliance with applicable laws, and you will report to the Finance Manager. Your responsibilities will include:
Processing the Bi-Weekly & Monthly payrolls for employees within the allocated timeframe for the two sites
Calculation and processing of Overtime and Bonus payments
Updating information on the Time & Attendance Management System
Process new starts, leavers, student loans
Administer auto enrolment and pension schemes
Liaising with other departments to manage and resolve pay-related queries
Preparing files for the release of BACS payments
Expense Payments
Credit card reconciliation
Preparation and posting of wages journals
Reconciliation of Payroll-related Control GL Accounts
Support audits relating to payroll
Prepare and submit HMRC Returns and Payments
Keep up to date on HMRC and legislative requirements
Producing management reports including cost comparison and headcount
Assist in maintaining financial information and systems
Participate in annual budgeting
Promote continuous improvement

What you'll need to succeed
Essential CriteriaPrevious experience of processing payroll
Good knowledge of PAYE, NIC and Government returns
Excellent IT Skills: Proficient in the use of MS Office Excel, particularly Excel and Sage Payroll or similar systems
General accounts experience
Ability to work to deadlines while maintaining the highest standard of work
Strong organisational skills in handling multiple responsibilities simultaneously with high attention to detail and a high level of accuracy

Desirable Criteria
Graduate of Accounting/Finance or related qualification
Experience of ROI Payroll

What you'll get in return
You will work on a full-time permanent basis Monday to Thursday 8am to 5pm and Friday 8am to 12 noon. You will be offered a competitive salary and benefits include: Benefits include: Life Assurance, 33 days holidays (34 days after 2 years' service), Health Shield Health Cash Plan, Quarterly Gainshare Bonus, Enhanced Maternity pay,
Additional option for Flexi-time and WFH (T&C apply).

What you need to do now
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