Payroll Manager

Payroll Manager \n

Location: Flexible (Devon) | Attendance at Exeter office required for meetingsSalary: DOE

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An established and highly respected accountancy practice is looking to recruit a Payroll Manager to lead its experienced payroll team.

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This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Payroll Manager or a Senior Payroll professional ready to take the next step in their career. You'll join a supportive, forward-thinking practice that values collaboration, professional development and delivering an exceptional service to its clients.

The Role \n

You'll be responsible for leading a busy payroll team, ensuring payrolls are delivered accurately, on time and to the highest standard, while maintaining excellent client relationships.

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Alongside managing the team, you'll remain hands-on, supporting with payroll processing, compliance and providing technical guidance where needed.

Key Responsibilities \n

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  Lead, support and develop an established payroll team.

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  Manage and allocate workloads to ensure deadlines are consistently achieved.

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  Process a portfolio of client payrolls across multiple pay frequencies.

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  Complete RTI submissions, month-end and year-end payroll duties.

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  Prepare P45s, P60s and statutory payroll calculations.

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  Manage Auto Enrolment pension schemes and compliance.

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  Prepare and submit CIS returns.

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  Set up new payrolls, pension schemes and CIS registrations.

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  Respond to client payroll queries and provide exceptional service.

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  Maintain accurate payroll records and continually improve internal processes.

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  Liaise with senior management regarding team performance and workflow.

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About You \n

The successful candidate will have:

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  Previous experience managing or supervising a payroll team, or be an experienced Senior Payroll professional ready for progression.

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  Strong payroll knowledge, ideally gained within an accountancy practice.

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  Excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple deadlines.

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  Strong communication and client relationship skills.

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  High levels of accuracy and attention to detail.

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  Experience using payroll software, with knowledge of Sage Payroll advantageous.

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  Knowledge of Auto Enrolment pensions and CIS.

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  Experience with NHS pension schemes would be beneficial but is not essential.

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What's on Offer \n

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  Salary depending on experience.

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  Flexible working arrangements.

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  25 days' annual leave, plus your birthday off.

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  Employer pension contribution.

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  Paid overtime and TOIL.

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  Death in Service cover.

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  Health cash plan.

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  Client referral bonus scheme.

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  Long-term career progression within a growing and supportive practice.

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If you're looking to join a modern accountancy practice where you'll have the opportunity to lead a successful payroll team and make a genuine impact, we'd love to hear from you.

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