Payroll Manager - #1749690

We are looking for Payroll Manager to join our clients busy office in Glasgow (5 mins from city centre).

This is office-based position and candidates must be able to work from the office 5 days a week from Monday to Friday 8.30am to 5.30pm (42.5 hours weekly). This is a Temp to Perm role- That is suitable candidates will expect to gain a permanent contract after 3 months of satisfactory performance.

We are looking for a motivated and experienced Payroll Manager with attention to detail and excellent organisational skills. Overseeing the payroll functions for approx. 1900 employees internationally.

We are looking for a self-starter who can oversee the end-to-end process and make improvements and changes where necessary. The main payroll is made up of approx. 1600 UK employees and is processed in-house. You would also be responsible for a Canadian payroll and well as multiple European payrolls which are processed in collaboration with 3rd parties.

This role is responsible for the support, management and training of 4 direct reports.

What does a typical day sound like?

Management and support for 4 direct reports.

Processing of end-to-end payroll for Head Office staff.

Support with processing end-to-end payroll for retail and warehouse staff.

Managing European and Canadian Payroll via 3rd party bureaus.

Management and submission of auto-enrolment pension.

Collaboration with HR.

Liaising with relevant departments i.e., Accounts & Retail Support.

Ensuring information is submitted to HMRC accurately and on time.

Ensuring payments to HMRC are made on time.

Stay up to date with changes in legislation and implement any changes or updates to ensure compliance with laws and regulations.

Handle escalated payroll queries.

Calculate holidays for employees on variable pay.

Process statutory payments i.e., SPP, SMP, SSP etc.

Process earning arrestments.

Process BACS payments.

Process payroll year end including P11ds.

Overseeing annual audits.

Team training.

Review payroll processes and update where necessary.

Ensure payroll records are maintained to a high standard in line with statutory requirements.

Consulting with software providers ensuring all software is adequate and fit for purpose.

Role Requirements

Previous management experience.

Excellent administration skills.

Excellent people skills.

Analytical skills.

Proficient in excel.

Knowledgeable in end-to-end payroll.

Organised.

Knowledge of PAYE, NI and Statutory Payments & Leave.

Excellent communication skills.

Self-starter.