Payroll Client Manager

Payroll Manager Accountancy PracticeLocation: Worcestershire (hybrid working)Salary: Highly competitive, dependent on experienceJob Type: Full-time, PermanentA growing and dynamic accountancy practice based in Worcester is seeking a Payroll Manager to lead their payroll department. This is a key leadership role, ideal for someone with strong technical expertise and people management experience, looking to take ownership of a busy and evolving payroll function.The Role:You ll be responsible for managing the payroll team and delivering high-quality, end-to end payroll services across a varied client portfolio. You ll play a pivotal role in developing the department, improving systems, and ensuring compliance and client satisfaction.Key Responsibilities: Act as the main point of contact for all payroll-related queries, including technical issues and client concerns. Oversee the day-to-day operations of the payroll department, ensuring deadlines are met and team members are supported. Line-manage team members, providing supervision, training, and career development support. Process payroll from start to finish for your own client portfolio. Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external clients. Escalate any issues related to work or project delivery appropriately. Manage expectations of partners and key staff, ensuring timely delivery of work and projects. Ensure compliance with practice management activities across the team. Support the team with complex ..... full job details .....