Job Description

We’re recruiting on behalf of our client for an experienced Payroll Manager to take ownership of payroll and related HR administration within a busy manufacturing environment.

The Role

  • End-to-end payroll processing

  • Calculating gross pay, including bonus schemes

  • Managing statutory deductions and payments (SSP, SMP etc.)

  • Maintaining HR files and contracts of employment

  • Calculating holiday pay and entitlements

  • Producing weekly, monthly and quarterly reports

  • Advising management on payroll matters

  • Supporting statutory audits when required

What We’re Looking For

  • Solid payroll experience, ideally within manufacturing

  • Experience running payroll for 100+ employees

  • SAGE 50 Payroll experience is essential

  • Confident using Microsoft Office

  • Up-to-date knowledge of payroll legislation

Hours

  • Monday to Thursday: 8:00am – 5:00pm

  • Friday: 8:00am – 12:30pm

  • 38.5 hours per week

Breaks:

  • 10:00am – 10:15am

  • 3:00pm – 3:15pm (Mon–Thurs)

  • Friday: 10:00am – 10:15am

Additional Information

  • 20 days holiday (154 hours) plus bank holidays

  • 4 weeks’ notice (mutual)

  • 12-week probation