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Posted 24 July, 2026

Payroll Assistant Manager

Adele Carr Recruitment Limited
Preston, ENG, GB Full Time

Job Description

Assistant Payroll ManagerLocation: PrestonSalary: Competitive + excellent benefits

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Are 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.

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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.

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What You'll Be Doing\n
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    Managing client payrolls across weekly, bi-weekly and monthly cycles

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    Ensuring payroll accuracy through data checks and compliance

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    Identifying opportunities to expand payroll services and support business development

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    Building strong relationships with clients, intermediaries and external partners

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    Supporting junior team members through delegation, review and constructive feedback

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    Contributing to team management including appraisals, billing and workflow planning

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    Staying up to date with industry changes and sharing insights with clients and colleagues

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What We're Looking For\n
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    CIPP Foundation qualification

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    Experience managing multiple payrolls in a bureau or practice environment

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    Strong communication skills and a proactive, people-centred approach

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    Confidence in reviewing work, coaching others and improving processes

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What's In It For You\n
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    Agile working with core hours (10am-2pm) + 2 days WFH

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    33 days holiday including bank holidays, with the option to buy/sell 5 days

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    Employee recognition awards and performance bonuses

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    Comprehensive wellbeing support, including 24/7 EAP, counselling and virtual GP

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    Clear progression pathways and a supportive management structure

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    A culture that values you as an individual, not a number

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If you're ready to step into a role where your voice matters and your expertise is celebrated, we'd love to hear from you.