Payroll Manager- 5382

Our client is seeking an experienced Payroll Manager to be based in their Mayfair, London office.

Key Objectives:

• Processes payroll for employees accurately and within deadlines.
• Assists with the administration of all claims for extra payments and deductions including overtime, expenses and any other payment/deduction duly authorised.
• Determines payroll liabilities by checking calculations of Tax, NI, SSP, SMP, SPP.
• Assists with payroll tax filings.
• Compiles data summaries of earnings, taxes, deductions, leave and non-taxable benefits.
• Resolves payroll discrepancies by investigating and analysing information.
• Manages employee benefits, including health insurance and retirement plans.
• Stays up to date with and ensures compliance with UK payroll regulations and legislation.
• Maintains accurate payroll records.
• Supports the development and implementation of payroll policies and procedures.
• Leads by example in the collaboration between Finance, People and Culture departments and the Operators.
• Deals with and resolves employee and third-party payroll enquiries.
• Assists in producing monthly and quarterly payroll reports by providing analysis of requested data.
• Maintains employee confidence and protects payroll operations from risk by keeping information confidential.
• Contributes to successful internal and external audit results.
• Develops and maintains a user-friendly payroll filing system.
• Handles basic administrative Payroll duties including data entry, and filing.

Desirable skills and qualifications:

• Relevant qualification in payroll/finance driven discipline, and/or Minimum of 2 years practical experience in a payroll administration role or similar.
• Proficiency in payroll software - ideally Open People and SD Worx.
• Intermediate to Advanced Microsoft Excel experience and skills.
• Knowledge of payroll process reporting.
• Understanding of UK payroll legislation.
• Exceptional numerical skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all qualified candidates.