Payroll Manager

An opportunity has arisen for a Payroll Manager to join a charitable organisation, committed to providing high-quality affordable homes in London.

As a Payroll Manager, you will manage and oversee all payroll operations, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and efficiency across the organisation.

This 12-month fixed-term maternity cover position offers a hybrid working arrangement (up to 3 days per week after on-site training), salary of £50,400 plus performance related bonus (up to 5%).

You will be responsible for:

? Managing and processing all payroll data, including starters, leavers, and variable payments, to meet internal deadlines.


? Preparing and sharing payroll reports to enable authorisation by HR and senior management.


? Maintaining payroll records securely and ensuring compliance with GDPR and statutory requirements.


? Processing deductions accurately, including repayments, overpayments, and other adjustments, while liaising with HR where necessary.


? Ensuring all payroll processes comply with HMRC regulations, including RTI, FPS, EPS, and year-end submissions.


? Administering P32, P45, and P60 documentation as required.


? Supporting payroll projects, system upgrades, and audits, maintaining strict controls throughout




What we are looking for:

? Previously worked as a Payroll Manager, Payroll Operations Manager, Pensions Manager, Benefits Manager, Payroll Officer or in a similar role.
? Proven experience managing an in-house payroll system, including deductions, statutory returns, and pensions.


? Background in preparing payroll management accounts and understanding accounting ledgers.


? CIPP payroll qualification or equivalent.


? Knowledge of payroll and pension legislation, including RTI and year-end processes.


? Experience leading payroll projects, system implementations, process improvements and supervising staff.


? Skilled in computerised payroll packages (essential); experience w