Payroll Manager

Talent Junction is delighted to partner exclusively with our fast-growing client in Reading, who are expanding their Finance team with the addition of a dynamic and experienced Payroll Manager. This is your chance to join a thriving organisation where you'll take ownership of processing two monthly payrolls for approximately 300 employees, playing a key role in ensuring smooth and efficient operations. If you're a proactive professional seeking a rewarding role in a vibrant environment, this could be the perfect opportunity for you!

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage and execute the organisation's monthly payroll cycle.
• Prepare accurate payment schedules for payroll providers to ensure timely employee net pay processing.
• Monitor and report monthly payroll changes to the Group Finance Director.
• Oversee company benefits programmes and coordinate with external providers.
• Produce payroll reports and provide regular updates.
• Administer payroll systems, identifying opportunities for improvement.
• Manage year-end payroll processes, including issuing P60s and P11Ds.
• Respond promptly to employee payroll-related inquiries.
• Assist management with ad-hoc projects as needed.
• Maintain robust internal controls to ensure payroll accuracy and security.

Experience: Experience working in a standalone Payroll position previously will be highly desirable. A good understanding of multiple payroll systems will also be an advantage.

Salary and Benefits:

• Hybrid 2/3 days on site Reading
• 25 days leave, birthday off, PMI, Perkbox and onsite parking

Seniority level: Mid-Senior level

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Finance

Industries: Technology, Information and Media