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Head of Payroll

Northampton
money-bag £48000 - £67000/annum
Posted 3 days ago

Northampton – Head of Payroll – £50k to £65k

We are recruiting for a senior payroll leader to head up the payroll function within a highly regarded accountancy and professional services firm. This is a key management position, combining hands-on technical delivery with leadership of the payroll team and oversight of the team. The firm offers hybrid working, strong benefits, and excellent scope for influence and progression, though they would like a reasonable amount of office based time, for you to communicate with the leadership team and staff.

 

Benefits:

  • Competitive salary & annual discretionary bonus
  • Hybrid / flexible working
  • Generous holidays (increasing with service)
  • Option to buy additional holiday birthday off
  • Private medical insurance & contributory pension
  • Subsidised gym, wellbeing support & regular social events
  • Fully funded professional training
  • Free parking

 

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead the end-to-end payroll process for a wide portfolio of clients
  • Manage, develop, and support the payroll team
  • Take ownership of complex and larger client payrolls
  • Ensure compliance with HMRC regulations, pensions, and legislation
  • Drive improvements, automation, and system development
  • Collaborate with internal teams and external providers
  • Act as the firm’s payroll expert for queries and escalations
  • Support business development and onboarding of new clients

 

Key Requirements:

  • Proven experience in payroll management
  • Good technical knowledge, with accountancy practice or bureau experience helpful
  • Ability to balance leadership with hands-on client delivery
  • Commercial acumen and interest in developing the bureau offering

 

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