Payroll Manager
12 days ago
Gillingham
Reed are recruiting for a Payroll Lead to join a well-established and growing organisation. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced payroll specialist to take ownership of end-to-end payroll while supporting key HR processes in a fast-paced environment. The Role This position is responsible for managing and delivering accurate, compliant payroll operations while also providing hands-on support across HR administration and employee lifecycle activities. You will play a key role in ensuring a smooth payroll process, maintaining data integrity, and enhancing the overall employee experience. Key Responsibilities Payroll • Manage and process monthly payroll from start to finish, • Collect, verify, and reconcile payroll data including overtime, bonuses, and deductions, • Process starters, leavers, salary changes, and statutory payments, • Submit RTI reports and ensure all HMRC and pension obligations are met, • Complete year-end payroll activities including P45s, P60s, and P11Ds, • Maintain accurate payroll records in line with GDPR, • Identify and implement process improvements, • Resolve payroll queries and discrepancies promptly Compliance & Reporting • Ensure full compliance with UK payroll legislation (PAYE, NI, pensions, statutory payments), • Keep up to date with regulatory changes and best practice, • Support reporting and payroll cost forecasting Employee Support • Act as first point of contact for payroll queries, • Provide clear explanations of payslips, tax codes, and deductions, • Maintain confidentiality at all times HR Support • Assist with onboarding and new starter inductions, • Maintain employee records and HR systems, • Support HR compliance and administrative processes, • Assist with performance review cycles and employee engagement activities, • Provide general HR administrative support and project assistance Stakeholder Collaboration • Work closely with HR, Finance, and senior management, • Liaise with pension providers and external stakeholders, • Support managers with payroll-related guidance About You Essential Skills & Experience • 3–5 years’ payroll experience, • Strong knowledge of UK payroll legislation and HMRC requirements, • Experience processing end-to-end payroll, • Experience using Sage Payroll, • Strong Excel and Microsoft Office skills, • Excellent attention to detail and numerical accuracy, • Strong organisational and time management skills, • Ability to manage sensitive data with discretion, • Confident communicator with excellent problem-solving skills, • CIPP qualification (Level 3 or 5), • Previous experience supporting HR functions, • Exposure to CIS or construction sector payroll Key Performance Indicators • Near 100% payroll accuracy, • 100% on-time payroll delivery, • High compliance with payroll regulations, • Low payroll error rate and query levels Why Apply? • Opportunity to take ownership of payroll processes, • Varied role combining payroll and HR, • Collaborative and supportive working environment, • Chance to contribute to process improvements and business growth If you’re an experienced payroll professional looking for a role with added variety and responsibility, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today through Reed.