Payroll Team Leader

As a Payroll Team Leader, you'll support the Payroll Manager, manage team development, identify client needs, and report improvements. This is a hybrid role with HQ in Fareham.

Client Details

Our client is a leading firm of Accountants and Business Advisers operating across the UK, Ireland, and the Nordics. They have a wide network of employees and offer inspiring opportunities across multiple offices. They are ranked in the top ten in the UK accountancy sector and are the largest SME practice.

Description

Payroll Team Leader:

* Providing comprehensive support to the Payroll Manager, overseeing a payroll team and delegating tasks efficiently.
* Ensuring optimal performance of team members through conducting appraisals, delivering training sessions, and facilitating the onboarding process for new hires.
* Fostering transparent communication within the team to enhance collaboration and productivity.
* Managing the day-to-day workflow and client portfolios, resolving any payroll-related issues promptly.
* Supervising complex scenarios within the team and reviewing payroll payments and reconciliations.
* Assisting with intricate payroll calculations and onboarding new acquisitions seamlessly.
* Contributing to the production of Management Reporting and supporting senior colleagues in projects and business development endeavors.
* Collaborating closely with the payroll manager to maintain high standards of client service.
* Reviewing multiple payrolls and providing constructive feedback to Administrators.
* Ensuring timely completion of deadlines for BACS and third-party report uploads/payments.
* Preparing reports and financial statements as necessary and stepping up in the absence of the manager.

Profile

Payroll Team Leader:

* Thorough understanding and expertise in payroll legislation, processing, and auto-enrollment regulations.
* Highly desirable experience with STAR software and Bureau operations.
* Proven track record in payroll team management, client portfolio oversight, conducting performance appraisals, and delivering training.
* Exceptional verbal and written communication abilities.
* Proficiency in manual payroll calculations is essential.
* Comprehensive end-to-end payroll experience.
* Ideally holds a CIPP Foundation qualification.
* Previous experience in mentorship and coaching to support team development.

Job Offer

• £35k-£38k DoE
• 25 days holiday + bank
• Holiday buy+sell
• Flexible working hours (core hour system)
• Sick Leave
• Pension
• Life Assurance
• Discounts