Payroll Manager

Job: Payroll Manager

Location: York

Salary: Up to £38,000

This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established independent accountancy practice in York, providing payroll, accountancy and business advisory services to a broad portfolio of clients across Yorkshire.

The firm is looking to recruit an experienced payroll professional who can take ownership of an established payroll function. This is a hands on role, ideal for someone who enjoys delivering an accurate, high-quality payroll service while supporting both clients and colleagues.

• Hybrid working
• Flexible working
• Private Health Care
• 24 days holiday, plus bank holidays (additional days for long service).
• Paid overtime and time banking/time off in lieu.
• Company pension scheme (increased contribution for long service).
• Full training provided on modern payroll software
• Opportunity to lead an established payroll function
• Supportive and collaborative working environment
• Varied client portfolio across multiple industries
• Genuine long term career opportunity within a respected independent practice

• Managing the day to day running of the payroll department
• Supporting and supervising members of the payroll team
• Processing weekly, fortnightly, four weekly, monthly and annual payrolls
• Managing pension auto enrolment and pension administration
• Processing CIS returns where required
• Completing payroll year end procedures
• Setting up new PAYE and pension schemes
• Providing payroll advice and support to clients and colleagues
• Keeping up to date with payroll legislation and communicating changes where appropriate
• Supporting the wider practice with payroll related queries

• Previous payroll experience within an accountancy practice
• Strong technical payroll knowledge and understanding of current legislation
• Excellent organisational skills with a high level of accuracy