Payroll Assistant Manager

Assistant Payroll ManagerLocation: PrestonSalary: Competitive + excellent benefitsAre you a payroll professional ready to step into a role where your expertise genuinely shapes people, processes, and performance? We''re partnering with a leading accountancy firm to recruit an Assistant Payroll Manager who thrives in a people-focused, forward-thinking environment.This is your chance to join a firm that puts its people first. With award-winning development programmes, a supportive leadership structure, and a culture built on growth and collaboration, you''ll have the freedom to elevate your career while making a meaningful impact.What You''ll Be DoingManaging client payrolls across weekly, bi-weekly and monthly cyclesEnsuring payroll accuracy through data checks and complianceIdentifying opportunities to expand payroll services and support business developmentBuilding strong relationships with clients, intermediaries and external partnersSupporting junior team members through delegation, review and constructive feedbackContributing to team management including appraisals, billing and workflow planningStaying up to date with industry changes and sharing insights with clients and colleaguesWhat We''re Looking ForCIPP Foundation qualificationExperience managing multiple payrolls in a bureau or practice environmentStrong communication skills and a proactive, people-centred approachConfidence in reviewing work, coaching others and improving processesWhat''s In It For YouAgile ..... full job details .....