Payroll and Benefits Manager

Payroll and Benefits Manager

London

Salary - Up to £75k

About the Role

We are supporting our client as they search for an experienced Payroll and Benefits Manager to take ownership of payroll operations and employee benefits within a growing professional services organisation. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys improving processes, ensuring compliance, and partnering with stakeholders across the business.

The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering an accurate and efficient payroll service, managing employee benefits, and providing expert advice on payroll legislation and best practice.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the end-to-end monthly payroll process across multiple business units.
• Process payroll accurately and within agreed deadlines.
• Support the calculation and processing of employee commissions and bonus payments.
• Respond to payroll-related queries from employees and managers.
• Maintain payroll-related employee records within the HR system.
• Ensure compliance with payroll legislation and statutory reporting requirements, including year-end processes and employee documentation.
• Produce payroll journals, reconciliations, and management reports for the finance team.
• Oversee the organisation's employee benefits programmes and ensure they remain competitive and compliant.
• Manage relationships with external payroll, pension, and benefits providers.
• Provide expert guidance on payroll legislation, taxation, pensions, and employee benefits.
• Work collaboratively with HR, Finance, and other departments to identify and implement process improvements.

Skills and Experience

• Proven experience managing the full payroll function within a medium or large organisation.
• Experience working with outsourced payroll providers.
• Strong knowledge of UK and Ireland payroll legislation and statutory requirements.
• Experience using SAP SuccessFactors or a similar HR information system.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to produce payroll reports and financial reconciliations.
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• A proactive approach to problem solving and continuous improvement.

About Us

We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive community. In line with our Diversity and Inclusion policy, we welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability. As a Disability Confident Employer, and part of the Nicholas Associates Group, we are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities, and we're happy to discuss flexible working options.

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