Payroll Manager

Overview

Kenton Black Finance has partnered with a leading Merseyside company to recruit a Payroll Manager. The role involves overseeing payroll processes, systems, and a small team within a large organization of over 3000 staff.

Responsibilities

• Report directly to the Financial Controller and manage the payroll department
• Develop and maintain payroll systems, procedures and day‑to‑day activities, covering salaries, benefits, deductions, taxes and third‑party payments
• Coordinate time‑keeping and payroll changes such as new hires, terminations and raises
• Execute system upgrades and ensure ongoing system stability
• Maintain compliance with relevant laws and internal policies
• Liaise with auditors and manage payroll tax audits
• Collaborate with Human Resources and accounting teams to resolve payroll‑related queries
• Lead, mentor and develop a small payroll team

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years in a senior payroll role
• Strong knowledge of payroll procedures and payroll legislation
• Proven experience managing a payroll team
• Excellent attention to detail and analytical skills
• Outstanding written and oral communication abilities
• Leadership and staff development capabilities

Salary and Benefits

Competitive salary with professional development support from an experienced Group Financial Controller.

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