Interim Payroll Manager
Posted Today by Jobserve
Negotiable
Inside
Hybrid
London
Summary: The Interim Payroll Manager role is a 3-6 month contract based in the City of London, aimed at managing the end-to-end UK payroll process for a medium to large employee population. The position requires an experienced professional to ensure compliance with UK legislation while supporting payroll operations during a period of organizational change. The role involves collaboration with HR and Finance teams and requires strong attention to detail and communication skills. This is a hybrid position, allowing for a mix of office and remote work.
Key Responsibilities:
- Managing the full end-to-end UK payroll for a medium to large employee population
- Processing payroll accurately and in line with UK legislation and compliance requirements
- Overseeing payroll cycles (monthly) including RTI submissions, pensions, and statutory payments
- Acting as the key point of contact for payroll queries from employees and stakeholders
- Ensuring all payroll data is accurate, up to date, and reconciled
- Working closely with HR and Finance teams to ensure smooth payroll operations
- Supporting process improvements and any ongoing payroll-related projects
- Utilising SD Worx payroll system (preferred)
Key Skills:
- Proven experience in a Payroll Manager or Senior Payroll position
- Strong knowledge of UK end-to-end payroll (essential)
- Experience processing payroll independently with high levels of accuracy
- Familiarity with SD Worx (highly desirable)
- Up-to-date knowledge of UK payroll legislation, HMRC requirements, and statutory obligations
- Strong attention to detail and ability to work to tight deadlines
- Excellent communication skills and stakeholder management
Salary (Rate): £400 daily
City: London
Country: United Kingdom
Working Arrangements: hybrid
IR35 Status: inside IR35
Seniority Level: Mid-Level
Industry: Other
Your new company
A well-established and reputable organisation based in the City of London, operating within a fast-paced and professional environment. The business is currently undergoing a period of change and requires an experienced Payroll Manager to support the team on an interim basis.
Your new role
You will join as an Interim Payroll Manager on a 3-6-month contract, taking ownership of the end-to-end UK payroll process.
- Managing the full end-to-end UK payroll for a medium to large employee population
- Processing payroll accurately and in line with UK legislation and compliance requirements
- Overseeing payroll cycles (monthly) including RTI submissions, pensions, and statutory payments
- Acting as the key point of contact for payroll queries from employees and stakeholders
- Ensuring all payroll data is accurate, up to date, and reconciled
- Working closely with HR and Finance teams to ensure smooth payroll operations
- Supporting process improvements and any ongoing payroll-related projects
- Utilising SD Worx payroll system (preferred)
This is a hybrid role, with 2 days in the office and 3 days working from home.
What you'll need to succeed
- Proven experience in a Payroll Manager or Senior Payroll position
- Strong knowledge of UK end-to-end payroll (essential)
- Experience processing payroll independently with high levels of accuracy
- Familiarity with SD Worx (highly desirable)
- Up-to-date knowledge of UK payroll legislation, HMRC requirements, and statutory obligations
- Strong attention to detail and ability to work to tight deadlines
- Excellent communication skills and stakeholder management
What you'll get in return
- Competitive day rate of £350-£400 per day
- Flexible hybrid working (2 days in office, 3 remote)
- Opportunity to work in a fast-paced, supportive environment
- Immediate start with the potential for extension
What you need to do now
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