Payroll Manager - fixed term contract - Michelle Simpson HR Recruitment Ltd : Job Details

Our client is an established organisation based in Durham.

An opportunity has arisen for an experienced Payroll professional to join their People team initially on a fixed term basis. The role will be responsible for the processing of company-wide payroll as developing implementing efficient and effective processes across all aspects of Pay and Benefits.

Key accountabilities will include:

• Lead on delivering the pay, reward, and benefits strategies to ensure best practice.
• Overall responsibility for processing the whole company payroll every pay period to meet all deadlines set.
• Custodian of the maintenance of payroll processing system and records by gathering, calculating, and inputting data.
• Provide advice and guidance in relation to pay and benefits queries.
• Outline areas for improvement and introduce cost savings around new initiatives.
• Ensure Pay and Benefits initiatives are up to date and in line with current policy and legislation.
• Work closely with senior stakeholders to develop a robust, cost effective and innovative Pay and Benefits strategy for the business.

The successful applicant will have demonstrable experience in all aspects of proactive Payroll management and be motivated to deliver an efficient and high-quality service.

The position requires applicants to have proven experience of managing end to end payroll processes. You must be a self-starter and have a positive can-do attitude. Experience of using Oracle will be highly advantageous.