Average Payroll Advisor salary in Manchester

Payroll Advisor - FTC Location: WarringtonSalary: Up to £35,000 per year depending on experienceWe are seeking a highly detail-oriented Payroll Advisor to join our valued client on a FTC. This role will play a key part in supporting both business-as-usual payroll activity and a major payroll system implementation project. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and have a strong background in payroll transformation or systems change, this one is for you!Key Responsibilities Support the implementation of a new payroll system, including parallel pay runs, data analysis, identifying discrepancies, improving processes, and contributing to training documentation.Process accurate end-to-end payroll across multiple contracts, ensuring compliance with National / Pay Agreements, rate changes, and back-pay requirements.Manage all payroll actions related to starters, leavers, adjustments, and perform peer audits to maintain accuracy and quality.Produce and review payroll reports, resolve payroll queries promptly, and collaborate with internal teams to ensure smooth communication and deadline adherence.Support year-end activities (Tax Year End, Benefits in Kind, P11Ds), maintain precise records, follow established payroll procedures, and keep up to date with payroll and pension legislation. Experience Required Extensive payroll experience in a fast-paced environment.Previous experience supporting a payroll system implementation or major payroll project is essential.Strong analytical skills with confidence reviewing, interpreting, and comparing payroll data.Solid knowledge of payroll and pension legislation, and HMRC requirements.Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including intermediate Excel skills. Qualifications A recognised CIPP qualification is desirable but not essential.

Payroll Advisor - 6 Month Fixed Term ContractLocation: Warrington (Fully Office Based)Salary: £35,000Contract: 6 Month FTCWe are supporting a large, well-established organisation in Warrington in their search for a detail-orientated Payroll Advisor to join the team on a 6-month fixed-term contract. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role within a busy payroll function during a period of change, as the business implements a new payroll system. You will support both BAU payroll and project-related activity, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and effective delivery across multiple payrolls.Key ResponsibilitiesPayroll Project Support-Assist with the implementation of a new payroll system.-Conduct parallel payroll runs and analyse results.-Identify discrepancies, errors, and root causes.-Review current payroll processes and support the implementation of new procedures.-Support with the creation and documentation of payroll training materials.Business-As-Usual Payroll Duties-End-to-end processing of multiple payrolls within set deadlines.-Process pay in line with various National/Pay Agreements.-Apply pay increases and calculate associated back pay.-Process starters, leavers, and associated changes or payments.-Audit peer work to ensure accuracy and provide constructive feedback.-Assist in analysing and finalising payrolls ahead of sign-off.-Produce and interpret payroll reports for internal departments.-Respond promptly and professionally to payroll queries.-Liaise with internal departments to ensure clear communication and timely delivery.-Follow and uphold payroll policies, processes and compliance standards.-Support with Ad-hoc and Year-End tasks including Tax Year End, Benefits in Kind, P11Ds and annual increases.-Maintain accurate and compliant records and filing systems.-Stay fully up to date with payroll and pension legislation including AE, HMRC requirements and BIK rules.Experience & Skills Required-Extensive experience working within a fast-paced payroll environment.-Previous involvement in payroll system implementation is highly desirable.-Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office, with intermediate Excel skills.-Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail.-Up-to-date knowledge of payroll and pension legislation, including HMRC requirements.QualificationsA recognised CIPP payroll qualification is desirable but not essential.Interested? Please email your CV Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

Payroll and Benefits Advisor for large modern and glossy brand in ManchesterManchester City Centre, full time, office based, offering between £36-40k hourly rate equivalent on a temporary ongoing basisResponsibilities:Monthly payroll for all staff which is a mixture of contract and perm staffBenefits and rewards for employeesEnsure payroll is conducted in with HMRCLiaising with payroll providersAnswer and help with any queries and questionsHelp with data and reporting for the HR teamFor this role you will need previous experience within payroll for high volumes.If you are already registered with Katie Bard, please contact your consultant directly. Katie Bard is an Equal Opportunities Employer.Katie Bard will manage your application in accordance with GDPR and the Data Protection Act 2018, and in line with the Employment Agencies and Employment Businesses Regulations 2003. Please refer to the privacy notice on our website for further details on how we manage your data. If your application is successful, we will contact you and handle your personal information in line with GDPR guidelines. If unsuccessful, your application and associated data will be deleted within six weeks.