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Payroll Manager

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£40,000 - 47,000 yearly

Job Description - Payroll Manager

TPF Recruitment is delighted to be working with a
well-established and highly regarded independent firm of Chartered Accountants
in Southampton that is looking to recruit an experienced Payroll Manager.


This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced payroll
professional who enjoys building client relationships, leading a successful
payroll function and supporting a small team. You'll join a friendly and
collaborative practice with an outstanding reputation for delivering a
first-class service to a varied client base, ranging from owner-managed
businesses and SMEs to larger corporate organisations.


As Payroll Manager, you'll take ownership of the firm's
payroll department, ensuring the accurate and timely delivery of payroll
services while acting as the key point of contact for both clients and the
wider team.


The Role

You'll be responsible for managing a varied portfolio of
client payrolls while overseeing the day-to-day running of the payroll
function. Alongside your technical responsibilities, you'll provide leadership,
support and guidance to the payroll team, ensuring work is delivered to the
highest standards.


Key responsibilities include:
  • Managing
    the end-to-end delivery of weekly, fortnightly, four-weekly and monthly
    payrolls for a diverse client portfolio

  • Leading,
    motivating and developing the payroll team, providing technical support
    and reviewing work where required.

  • Acting
    as the primary point of contact for payroll clients, building long-term
    relationships and providing expert advice.

  • Ensuring
    payrolls are processed accurately and in line with current legislation and
    agreed deadlines.

  • Reviewing
    PAYE, National Insurance, statutory payments, pension contributions and
    payroll reconciliations.

  • Managing
    Real Time Information (RTI) submissions and ensuring compliance with HMRC
    requirements.

  • Supporting
    the implementation of new payroll clients and assisting with payroll
    process improvements.

  • Liaising
    with HMRC, pension providers and other third parties to resolve technical
    queries.

  • Maintaining
    high levels of data accuracy, confidentiality and GDPR compliance.

  • Identifying
    opportunities to improve processes and enhance the overall client
    experience.


Requirements

We're looking for an experienced payroll professional who
combines strong technical knowledge with excellent people and client management
skills.


You'll ideally have:

  • Previous
    experience managing payroll within an accountancy practice or payroll
    bureau.

  • A
    strong understanding of UK payroll legislation, including PAYE, National
    Insurance, statutory payments and auto-enrolment.

  • Experience
    supervising or managing a payroll team.

  • Knowledge
    of IRIS, Staffology or similar payroll software.

  • Excellent
    organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines.

  • A
    proactive approach and a genuine commitment to delivering exceptional
    client service.

  • Strong
    communication skills and confidence building relationships with clients
    and colleagues alike.


Benefits

  • £40,000
    - £47,000, depending on experience.

  • 25 days holiday + bank holidays.
  • A
    genuine opportunity to lead an established payroll function within a
    respected independent firm.

  • Ongoing
    professional development and career progression.

  • Flexible
    working arrangements to support a healthy work-life balance.

  • A
    friendly, supportive culture where collaboration and employee wellbeing
    are genuinely valued.

  • A
    varied client portfolio and the opportunity to make a real impact within
    the business.


Please contact Joe Potter on 01882206677 (tel), 07386668225 (mob), [email protected], or via LinkedIn for a confidential conversation. 

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