Job Description - Payroll Manager




6-7 month contract role with a local authority


Summary




  • This is a 6-7 month contract role with a local authority, designed to lead and support the delivery of an efficient, accurate, and high-quality payroll service during a period of organizational change and system transformation. The position is crucial for maintaining business-as-usual operations while facilitating the transition from SAP to Oracle Fusion (Redwood). The successful candidate will ensure future-ready payroll capability and continuous service improvement.



Responsibilities





  • Ensure accurate and timely delivery of end-to-end payroll services.

  • Maintain compliance with payroll legislation, policies, and internal controls.

  • Deliver high levels of customer service and operational efficiency.

  • Support the transition from SAP to Oracle Fusion (Redwood).

  • Contribute to system testing, data validation, and implementation activities.

  • Ensure payroll processes are optimised and aligned with the new system.


Requirements




  • Essential Experience Required

    • Significant experience managing payroll in a complex organization.

    • Proven experience delivering end-to-end payroll services.

    • Experience supporting payroll system implementations or major upgrades.

    • Experience delivering service improvements and managing change.






  • Essential Qualifications Required

    • Relevant qualification in Payroll, HR, Finance, or equivalent experience.





Additional Information





  • Working hours: 37 hours per week.

  • Hybrid mix of home and office.

  • End date: 29/01/2027.

  • We work on a bi-weekly schedule.




The role closes soon, apply ASAP.








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