Payroll Manager

Payroll Manager

£35,000 | Permanent | Full Time | Office Based | Cumbria

JGA Recruitment are working with a well-established professional services business looking for an experienced Payroll Manager to join their team.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a confident payroll professional who enjoys managing client payrolls, working independently and delivering a high-quality service.

The Role

You’ll manage a diverse portfolio of client payrolls from start to finish, ensuring everything is processed accurately, on time and in line with current legislation.

Key responsibilities include:

Managing end-to-end payrolls across a varied client base

Processing starters, leavers, salary changes, tax codes and statutory payments

Managing pensions, HMRC submissions and payroll payments

Handling payroll queries from clients and employees

Producing payroll reports and management information

Carrying out regular payroll checks and maintaining accurate records

Supporting payroll system updates, testing and improvements

Working closely with clients and internal teams to resolve queries

About You

We’re looking for someone with solid UK payroll experience who is confident handling complex payrolls and dealing directly with clients.

You’ll ideally have:

A payroll/accountancy qualification or equivalent experience

Experience managing a large, computerised payroll

Strong knowledge of PAYE, NI and pensions

Excellent Excel and general IT skills

Strong attention to detail and numerical ability

Excellent organisation and communication skills

A professional and client-focused approach

The Opportunity

You'll be joining a long-established and highly regarded business where you'll have genuine ownership of your client portfolio and plenty of variety in your day-to-day work.

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