Payroll Manager (Hybrid)

VANRATH are currently working with a leading manufacturing organisation who are seeking an experienced Payroll Specialist to join their finance team. This is a fantastic opportunity for a motivated and detail-oriented payroll professional to take ownership of a busy payroll function with added exposure to broader finance processes.

• Flexi- time
• Hybrid working
• Early Finish Friday
• Collaborative team culture
• 33 days annual leave
• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Free on-site parking
• Involvement in projects that contribute to continuous improvement

In this varied and hands-on role, you'll play a key part in ensuring payroll is processed accurately and on time across multiple sites. Responsibilities will include:

• Processing both monthly and bi-weekly payrolls within strict deadlines
• Managing overtime and bonus payments, including calculations and approvals
• Handling starters, leavers, pensions, student loans, and auto-enrolment updates
• Maintaining and updating the Time & Attendance system
• Preparing BACS files for payment release and reconciling credit card and expense transactions
• Posting wages journals and reconciling payroll-related control accounts
• Submitting accurate HMRC returns and staying current with all legislative updates
• Producing payroll and headcount reports for internal stakeholders
• Supporting audit and budgeting processes
• Contributing to ongoing improvements in payroll systems and procedures

This role is ideal for someone with strong payroll experience, looking to broaden their financial expertise within a fast-paced industry. We're looking for:

• Proven experience processing UK payroll
• Strong knowledge of PAYE, NIC, HMRC returns, and pensions
• Proficiency in payroll software (Sage or similar) and advanced Excel skills
• Exceptional attention to detail and ability to meet tight deadlines
• Strong communication skills and a problem-solving mindset
• Finance or accounting-related qualification
• ROI payroll experience

For further information on this vacancy, or any other Accountancy & Finance job in Belfast or wider Northern Ireland, please apply via the link below or contact Chanel Gillen in the strictest confidence.
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