This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced payroll professional who enjoys managing teams, building strong client relationships, improving processes, and delivering a high-quality payroll service.
The Role
You will take ownership of the payroll function, overseeing a team and ensuring accurate, compliant, and efficient delivery of payroll services across a varied client portfolio.
Key Responsibilities
• Lead the delivery of end-to-end payroll services across weekly, fortnightly, monthly, and annual payroll cycles
• Manage and oversee payroll processing, ensuring deadlines and compliance requirements are met
• Act as a key contact for clients, providing payroll advice and resolving queries
• Support new client onboarding and ensure smooth payroll transitions
• Oversee PAYE, HMRC submissions, auto-enrolment, pensions, and CIS compliance
• Work closely with internal teams to identify opportunities and enhance payroll services
• Manage billing processes and support client retention and growth
• Lead, coach, and develop Payroll Supervisors and wider team members
• Review and improve payroll processes, systems, and workflows
About You
• Proven experience managing payroll services within an accountancy practice, bureau, or busy payroll environment
• Strong knowledge of UK payroll legislation, PAYE, pensions, statutory payments, and compliance
• Experience leading and developing payroll teams
• Strong client relationship and communication skills
• Commercial and proactive approach with a focus on service delivery
• Excellent organisation and attention to detail
• Experience with Staffology payroll software would be advantageous
Should you have any questions or wish to apply please do not hesitate to contact Clear IT Recruitment Limited.
Please Note: Due to the number of applications we receive we may be unable to respond to every application directly. If you have not heard from us within 3 working days please assume your application has been unsuccessful
Salary description
£40000.00 - £50000.00 per year