Payroll Manager

Payroll Manager

Workington
£28,000 to £32,000 per annum
Performance bonus up to 17%

Adecco is delighted to be supporting an award-winning organisation with a long-standing reputation and a strong presence across Cumbria. They are now seeking an experienced Payroll Manager to join their busy Workington team. This is a full-time role working 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday.

This is an excellent opportunity for a confident payroll professional to take ownership of a varied and high-responsibility role within a supportive and well-established business.

Key responsibilities

• Deliver accurate, efficient and timely payroll services across multiple payroll frequencies for clients
• Process all payroll changes including starters, leavers, contract amendments, tax code updates and earnings attachments
• Collate and input payroll data including timesheets and expense claims
• Calculate statutory payments including maternity, paternity and other leave entitlements
• Administer salary sacrifice schemes including childcare arrangements
• Apply annual cost of living adjustments and incremental pay increases
• Carry out regular checks to ensure the accuracy and integrity of payroll data
• Process payments to employees, HMRC, pension providers and other external organisations
• Prepare and submit monthly and annual pension submissions
• Complete all HMRC returns accurately and within deadlines
• Respond to payroll queries from employees, managers and external stakeholders in a professional manner
• Prepare quarterly payroll invoices for client billing
• Maintain clear and up to date payroll procedures and guidance notes
• Work closely with IT teams on payroll system upgrades, ensuring full testing prior to implementation
• Maintain robust audit records and support external audit processes
• Produce payroll reports and management information, including gross to net costings
• Undertake any other reasonable duties as required by the line manager

Qualifications, experience and skills required

• Payroll qualification or recognised accountancy qualification, or equivalent proven experience
• Strong recent experience managing or operating a large computerised payroll
• In depth understanding of payroll systems, taxation, National Insurance and pensions administration
• Strong numerical ability with confidence in handling complex calculations
• Excellent IT skills, including advanced Excel and database use

Desirable

• Experience using PASS Payroll Plus software

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a respected employer offering stability, development and the chance to make a real impact within a professional payroll function.

Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

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