Payroll Manager

Hays
Payroll Manager, Perm, Industry, Co. Down

Your new company
A well established and expanding organisation with multiple sites across the UK and Ireland is seeking an experienced Payroll Manager to take ownership of its payroll function. This employer is known for its strong values, long-standing workforce, and commitment to operational excellence. Operating within a dynamic and customer-focused industry, the business is continuing to invest in modernisation and people development.
This role is being managed on a strictly confidential basis.

Your new role
As Payroll Manager, you will be responsible for delivering accurate, compliant, and timely payroll across a diverse multi site workforce. You will oversee weekly and monthly payroll operations, manage payroll controls, and ensure strong alignment between finance, HR, and operational teams.
Key Responsibilities Include:

• Managing end to end weekly and monthly payroll cycles
• Ensuring full compliance with HMRC requirements (RTI, PAYE, NIC, statutory payments)
• Managing pension schemes and auto enrolment obligations
• Overseeing payroll reconciliations, audit trails, and control processes
• Acting as the key contact for payroll queries across the organisation
• Managing, developing, and supporting payroll staff
• Producing payroll reports, KPIs, and labour cost analysis for senior leadership
• Supporting payroll related systems upgrades and process improvements
• Ensuring accurate Time & Attendance data integration
• Partnering with HR and Finance on new initiatives, contracts, benefits, and organisational changes

What you’ll need to succeed

• Strong experience managing payroll in a medium to large environment
• In depth technical knowledge of UK payroll legislation and statutory requirements
• Experience with payroll controls, reconciliations, and audit processes
• Solid systems capability (knowledge of modern payroll systems beneficial)
• Excellent attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy
• Confidence managing high volumes and tight deadlines
• Strong communication skills with the ability to support managers at all levels
• Experience supervising or mentoring payroll colleagues

What you’ll get in return

• Market leading salary, depending on experience
• Opportunity to lead a critical function within a respected and stable organisation
• Supportive and collaborative culture
• Professional development opportunities
• Strong benefits and workplace perks
• Long term career progression within a growing business

What you need to do now
If you’re interested in this role, click ‘apply now’ to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
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