Payroll Manager

Our client are a major international retail business who are currently expanding their Payroll division and subsequently require an experienced Payroll Manger to head up the division taking full responsibility for its function and team as a whole.

Package - £45-50k Basic Salary + £5k flexible benefits (cash option) plus amazing benefits

THE DEPARTMENT

The payroll department is currently responsible for the accurate and timely payment of all group employees on monthly basis covering 20,000 employees across 7 separate payrolls.

The payroll team ensures all employee records are properly maintained, and that any problems that arise are resolved in a timely manner. This requires a high level of accuracy, as well as a strong ability to communicate, build & maintain relationships with all areas across the group.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

*Responsible for providing an efficient and effective end to end payroll service for multiple complex payrolls
*Ensuring all payroll activities are delivered meeting legislative, statutory requirements including RTI, Auto Enrolment, Apprenticeship Levy and National Living Wage
*Ownership of the relationship with HMRC on all PAYE matters
*Management of a team of 7
*Project work as required, specifically related to the continued roll out of
HR and Payroll system
*Responsibility of the monthly Payroll reconciliations liaising closely with the finance team to ensure accurate reporting
*Supporting the Head of Transactions on the Payroll Strategy including supporting the business growth in International
*Ownership of Finance Reporting & Reconciliations
*Ensure that International payroll controls are in place and consistent with the UK approach
*Developing strong relationships with all key stakeholders including London Finance, and the HO/Retail Community


SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

*Excellent working knowledge of payroll policies, procedures, compliance and legislation
*CIPP qualified or equivalent desirable but not essential
*Understanding of Finance or Accounting environment and an understanding of double entry Accounting
*Demonstrable prior experience of overseeing payroll function
*Highly organised with the ability to multi-task and prioritise your own work load, as well as the workload of your team
*Ability to work under pressure and to meet tight deadlines
*Analytical with high attention to detail
*Excellent computer /PC Skills and computer literate in Word and Excel
*Ability to create, review and supply policies and procedures
*Strong customer service focus and the ability to build strong relationships at all levels
*Excellent written and verbal communication skills
*Honesty and respect for confidential information


BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES

*Self-motivated - You are passionate, driven and display a high degree of self-motivation. You are able to work both independently and as part of a team
*Resilient - You take ownership and are able to operate effectively under pressure
*Excellent Communication skills - You are professional & confident in all aspects of the role
*Adaptable - You are able to adapt to change and challenge, contributing solutions where appropriate.
*Manage Conflict - You are able to respond positively to conflict and propose a suitable solution.
*Strategic Thinker - You contribute to building departmental goals and focus ahead to identify and adopt priorities for the department
*Decision Maker - Effective decision making to resolve problems without needing guidance
*Influencer - you are able to identify key stakeholders within the decision making process and communicate effectively to ensure your view is considered.
*Initiative - You seek opportunities to take on extra responsibilities


Sharp Consultancy is a finance and accountancy recruitment specialist assisting accounting and finance divisions of businesses in the Yorkshire and Derbyshire area. With over 25 years' experience we pride ourselves on sourcing excellent finance professionals across all divisions of an accounts function, from finance administrators through to senior Finance Director appointments.

Candidates must be eligible to work in the UK full time without restriction. To apply please send your CV to the e-mail address stated, quoting our reference and specifying which website you saw this position advertised on. Due to the high volume of applications we receive it is not always possible to respond to unsuccessful applicants. Therefore if we have not responded to your application within seven days please note that on this occasion your application has not been successful.