Payroll Manager - Up to £40,000pa + Annual Bonus

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Payroll Manager - Middleton

Up to 40,000pa - Permanent

We are supporting a reputable client based in Middleton looking for an experienced Payroll Manager to join their team on a full time (37.5 per week) permanent basis. This position is based in the office 5 days per week but offering a 20% annual bonus on top of salary each year. Salary is dependent on experience ranging from 35,000pa - 40,000pa.

Responsibilities as a Payroll Manager:

• Manage the end-to-end fortnightly payroll process including data entry, calculations, and disbursement of employee wages.
• Ensure accurate and timely processing of payroll for all employees, including regular pay, overtime, bonuses and other compensation.
• Prepare and submit payroll tax returns ensuring accuracy and timeliness to avoid penalties.
• Address any payroll-related enquiries or issues from regulatory agencies.
• Recruit, train, supervise and mentor payroll staff, providing guidance and support as needed.
• Coordinate workload distribution, prioritise tasks, and ensure deadlines are met.
• Conduct performance evaluations and provide feedback to team members.
• And more.

Requirements of the role:

• CIPP Qualified (or working towards a recognised qualification) / Extensive Payroll knowledge.
• Familiar with payroll software systems to efficiently manage payroll data, process transactions, and generate reports.
• A thorough understanding of payroll regulations, taxes and PAYE procedures.
• Skilled at identifying potential payroll discrepancies and addressing them proactively.
• Good use of Microsoft Excel for spreadsheets, records and reports, as well as knowledge and use of pivot tables