Payroll and Benefits Manager - Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited : Job Details

Job Summary:Hays is supporting a leading supply chain and distribution business in their search for a Payroll & Benefits Manager. This role involves managing the UK payroll function and the UK and Ireland Concur employee expense system, working closely with HR and DC operations teams, and liaising with systems providers like Moorepay, Crown, Zebra, and Concur.Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee payroll processing for weekly and four-weekly payrolls.
• Ensure HMRC compliance, including salary sacrifice and P11d submissions.
• Manage the Global Concur expense system.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders and support payroll-related projects.
• Maintain relationships with system providers.
• Meet reporting deadlines and support auditor requests.
• Review and develop the payroll team structure.

Requirements:

• Experienced payroll and benefits manager with knowledge of HMRC legislation.
• CIPP payroll qualification.
• Strong management, communication, and team skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Excel.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Query (SQL) is desirable.

Competencies:

• Strategic thinking and resource management.
• Talent development and team leadership.
• Change management and continuous improvement.
• Effective communication and relationship building.
• Results-driven with a focus on ethics and compliance.

What you'll get in return

• Salary: £55,000 - £60,000
• 25 days annual leave
• Car allowance
• Discretionary 15% bonus
• 37.5 hours per week
• Hybrid 2/3

What you need to do nowIf you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.

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