Payroll Manager

Position: Payroll Manager

Location: Norwich (Hybrid/Office Based)

Salary: £35k - £45k

Hours: Full-time

We are recruiting on behalf of our client for a Payroll Manager to lead their payroll function and oversee a team of six. This role requires strong leadership skills alongside the ability to manage end-to-end payroll processes and ensure compliance with all relevant legislation.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, motivate, and support a payroll team of six to deliver timely and accurate payroll services.
• Oversee all aspects of payroll processing, including gross pay, statutory deductions, pensions, holiday pay, and other entitlements.
• Ensure all HMRC submissions are completed accurately and on time.
• Maintain high-quality payroll records, files, and compliance documentation.
• Act as the main point of escalation for payroll queries, resolving issues promptly and professionally.
• Work closely with the finance team on related tasks such as expenses, supplier invoices, and reconciliations.
• Drive process improvements and ensure best practices are followed.

   

Skills & Experience

• Proven experience managing a payroll function, ideally within a multi-employee environment.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent knowledge of payroll legislation and statutory requirements.
• High attention to detail and accuracy under tight deadlines.
• Strong organisational and communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and payroll software 

If you believe you have the right skills and experience for this role, please send your CV to (url removed) or call Amelia on (phone number removed) for more information.