Payroll Manager

Elevation Recruitment Group are currently working with a local authority organisation based in Castleford to assist in the recruitment of an experienced Payroll Manager. This is an interim role for a fixed period of 12 months to commence employment with immediate effect.

My client is looking for a diligent, very well organised and composed Payroll Manager, to lead the provision of a customer focused, effective and proactive payroll and pensions function, ensuring that all employees are paid accurately within agreed timescales. CIPP qualification would be highly desirable, but excellent people management skills and up to date knowledge of UK payroll legislation are essential.

Duties & Responsibilities:

* Lead the delivery of a customer focused payroll and pensions function ensuring the accurate completion of the £2 payroll cycle and associated transactions in line with HMRC regulations, Pension requirements, legislation, and best practice
* Be the subject matter expert on all aspects of the payroll and pensions function
* Provide leadership and direction to the team engaging and motivating staff to achieve team objectives and facilitate a culture of continuous improvement
* Co-ordinate the production of management information as required
* Develop the Payroll system and associated processes to maximise efficiency and effectiveness including the use of workflow and self service
* Liaise with the payroll IT supplier to ensure the interests of WDH are represented in terms of software developments and testing requirements
* Undertake any other duties commensurate with the overall purpose of the job and the grade
* Ensure that all employees are paid to agreed timescales and ensure that all month/year end processes are completed within strict deadlines
* Responsible for ensuring appropriate levels of financial controls are implemented in line with best practice and to ensure compliance with audit requirements
* Responsible for proactive use of reporting functionality to identify any inappropriate payments or trends in payments, bringing any inconsistencies to the attention of senior management
* Take a proactive role in developing the payroll function, to provide a customer focused service that minimise bureaucracy for employees and managers
* Develop the Payroll system and associated processes to maximise effectiveness including the use of workflow and self service
* Monitor changes in appropriate legislation and take appropriate action including carrying out regular testing of the payroll solution to ensure compliance
* Ensure appropriate support and resources are provided to enable employees to receive appropriate advice and support regarding payroll and pension queries
* Provide information, advice and guidance in relation to all payroll and pension matters
* Liaise with external providers in relation to all aspects of the payroll function

Key Skills & Experience required:

* A qualification at Level 5 of the Qualifications and Credit Framework, such as an HNC, Award, Certificate or Diploma at level 5 or equivalent in a relevant subject area
* Evidence of continuing professional development
* Management qualification
* Significant experience of providing a customer focused payroll service, offering advice and guidance to managers and employees on a range of complex issues
* Experience of leading and managing a team
* Significant experience of interpreting legislation, preparing guidance notes and undertaking briefing/training managers and others

Interested candidates must be available to start immediately should they be successful. If you are keen to be considered for this opportunity or would like further information, please contact Helenna Hobson on to discuss.