Payroll Manager

WE’RE HIRING! Are you enthusiastic, driven and passionate about accounting? Join our team to be part of our transformation within the finance industry! YOUR PARTNER IN BUSINESS! 

Thomas and Co International are a multi-award-winning modern cloud-based accountancy firm based in greater Manchester, shaking up the world of finance with passion, hunger and a drive to provide an exceptional service to entrepreneurs and build a team of winners that want to do the same! 

Our specialty is providing entrepreneurs with deep insights into their finances to allow them to scale profitably, and tax efficiently while building generational wealth.  
 
If you’re an ambitious professional in the accounting industry looking for an employer to finally allow you to spread your wings and fulfil your potential, then this could be the role for you!  

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Are you an experienced Payroll Manager with a strong background in running payrolls for accountancy clients? Thomas & Co International Limited is looking for a dedicated and detail oriented Payroll Manager to join our fast-paced team!

About the Role

You’ll be responsible for running payrolls and pensions on behalf of our accountancy clients, ensuring their staff are paid accurately and on time. You'll work closely with our Payroll Associate and internal accounting pods to deliver seamless, compliant, and high-quality payroll services.

We offer an excellent employee benefit package including a profit share model, cash back medical scheme, gym membership contributions, additional days leave for birthdays and more!

Key Responsibilities

Processing all payrolls and pensions for our clients

Informing clients of their PAYE liability with links and references to HMRC

Contacting HMRC for PAYE queries

Circulating legislative updates to colleagues and clients

Responding to client queries in a timely and professional manner

De-registering and registering clients for PAYE where required

Payrolling benefits

Administering pensions and ensuring client compliance with pension regulations

Submitting Declarations of Compliance to The Pensions Regulator

Posting payroll journals to Xero

Reviewing monthly payroll staff headcount to ensure accurate billing

Identifying client scope changes and informing the Client Manager (e.g., increase in employee numbers, increases in pay frequency)

Assisting with other payroll-related admin duties as required

Internal training of Thomas & Co colleagues

External client training on an adhoc basis

Payment run processing

Managing client relationships

Improvements to internal payroll processing, including standardisation of information received

What We’re Looking For

Must have proven experience in payroll processing in an accountancy practice environment

Must hold a payroll qualification

Strong proficiency with payroll systems

Knowledge of UK PAYE, pensions, and HMRC compliance

Accurate, efficient, and deadline-focused work ethic

Excellent communication and organisational skills

Confident working independently and as part of a collaborative team

Experience using Buddy software for payroll processing is preferred

Working Hours & Location

Monday to Friday Full time, 37.5 hours

Hybrid role – based in Oldham, with flexibility to work from home 3 days a week

Why Join Us?

At Thomas & Co International, you’ll be part of a forward-thinking, friendly, and supportive team. We value your expertise, encourage professional growth, and recognise the critical role payroll plays in client satisfaction.

At Thomas and Co International, fostering a diverse and Flexible environment is not just a statement, it's our commitment. 

We believe in cultivating a workplace where every individual's unique background, perspective and talents are not only welcomed but celebrated. 

We understand that diversity fuels innovation and creativity, driving us towards excellence in everything we do. 

By embracing diversity, we strive to create an inclusive culture where everyone feels valued, respected and empowered to thrive!  

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