Save Job Back to Search Job Description Summary Similar JobsPayroll and Benefits ManagerWell-established organisation offering hybrid/ home workingAbout Our ClientThe company is a well-established entity within their industry, based in Manchester. They are renowned for their commitment to excellence and their strong emphasis on employee satisfaction.Job DescriptionThe key responsibilities of a Payroll and Benefits Manager will include:To oversee and deliver the end-to-end payroll process for all paid and salaried employees, ensuring accuracy and timeliness in payments.Serve as the primary point of contact for the external payroll provider, ensuring services are delivered in line with agreed SLAs.Partner with internal teams to gather, review, and validate payroll inputs, including timesheets, adjustments, variable payments and new starter and leaver information.Working with the HR Lead, overseeing the implementation and administration of various benefits programs.Ensure that all payroll and/or year- end reporting obligations associated with the benefits is undertaken in line with legislation.Act as the first point of contact for employee payroll queries, providing clear and professional responses and resolutions, as required.Deliver communication to employees on payroll-related matters as required, including payslip breakdowns and any process changes.Regularly review payroll processes and identify opportunities for optimisation and efficiency.The Successful ApplicantA successful Payroll & Benefits Manager should have:Proven experience managing end-to-end payroll processes in a standalone role or similar capacity.Experience of managing relationships with third-party payroll providers.Experience of setting up employee benefit plans.Expertise in payroll software and systems, with advanced Excel skills for reporting and analysis.Professional payroll qualification ie CIPP.Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and meet strict deadlines.Confident communicator with the ability to explain complex payroll matters clearly to stakeholders at all levels.Self-starter with a proactive approach to identifying and resolving issues.What's on OfferA competitive salary range between £50,000 - £60,000 per annum, based on experience.Hybrid/ home working.Generous annual leave entitlement.Strong pension programme.Life assurance.Free parking.Opportunity to work with a thriving company and industry.ContactDillon RobertsQuote job refJN-122024-6624344Phone number+441618290422Job summaryJob functionAccountingSubsectorPayrollSectorRetailLocationManchesterContract typePermanentConsultant nameDillon RobertsConsultant phone+441618290422Job referenceJN-122024-6624344