Stand-Alone Role | Nuneaton | 18 Hours Per Week (Flexible) | Up to £35,000 FTE
We're partnering with a growing manufacturing business in Nuneaton that's investing in its finance function and bringing payroll fully in-house. Following the successful implementation of a new payroll system, they're now looking for an experienced Payroll Manager to take ownership of their in-house payroll function.
This is a stand-alone position, reporting directly to the Finance Manager, where you'll become the business' payroll expert. You'll have full responsibility for managing the payroll function from end to end, making it an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working independently, taking ownership and being trusted to deliver an accurate, compliant payroll.
The role is part-time, averaging around 18 hours per week, with the potential for additional hours if desired*. There's genuine flexibility around how those hours are worked, whether that's across two or three longer days or shorter hours across five days, provided payroll deadlines are met. Due to the nature of the role, you'll be based onsite in Nuneaton.
What you'll be doing
* Taking full ownership of the end-to-end payroll function in a stand-alone role
* Managing payroll from start to finish, ensuring employees are paid accurately and on time
* Processing payroll, including new starters, leavers, contractual changes, overtime, salary adjustments and payroll amendments
* Calculating PAYE, National Insurance, pensions, statutory payments, salary sacrifice and other payroll deductions
* Ensuring payroll remains fully compliant with current HMRC legislation and employment regulations
* Preparing payroll journals and reconciling payroll-related accounts
* Managing pension submissions and ensuring accurate reporting
* Maintaining accurate employee payroll records, ensuring complete confidentiality and data integrity
* Acting as the business' payroll expert, confidently resolving payroll queries and making informed payroll decisions
* Working closely with the Finance Manager to continuously improve payroll processes, controls and efficiencies
What we're looking for
* Proven experience managing payroll from start to finish
* Strong working knowledge of payroll legislation, including PAYE, National Insurance, pensions and statutory payments
* Someone who enjoys working independently and is confident managing a stand-alone payroll function
* Comfortable making payroll decisions without requiring day-to-day technical support
* Strong systems skills with the confidence to learn new software
* Excellent Excel skills
* Highly organised with exceptional attention to detail
* A proactive approach with the confidence to identify improvements and solve problems
* Someone who enjoys taking ownership and becoming the go-to payroll expert within the business
What's on offer
* Salary of up to £35,000 FTE
* Approximately 18 hours per week
* Genuine flexibility around how your hours are worked, provided payroll deadlines are met
* The opportunity to lead and shape the company's in-house payroll function
* A genuinely autonomous role where you'll be trusted to manage payroll from start to finish
* A supportive Finance Manager who will give you the freedom to own the payroll function
* Onsite role based in Nuneaton
*If you're looking for additional hours, there's the opportunity to broaden the role by supporting the wider finance function, creating a larger position if desired
If you're an experienced payroll professional looking for the opportunity to own and lead a stand-alone payroll function within a growing business, we'd love to hear from you