We are currently working with aLocal Authority in the South West who are looking to recruit an Assistant Payroll Manager who will support the delivery of high quality, efficient and cost-effective payroll and pensions administration services

Job: Assistant Payroll Manager

Duration: 3-6 months

Rate: GBP26.87 per hour via Umbrella Company, Inside IR35

Site presence: Hybrid - weekly attendance required

Responsibilities

Deputise for the Payroll and Pensions Service Manager

Ensure provision of an effective, efficient, accurate and timely payroll and pensions service

Provide technical support to the BSC Systems Team in relation to payroll activities

Provide operational, technical and strategic support and leadership to the Payroll and Pensions Manager and Payroll Team Managers respectively to support the delivery of transactional payroll services for the Authority

Lead on the development and introduction of new and changes to payroll services on behalf of payroll

To work with Team Managers and others in the BSC to develop and streamline payroll systems and processes used, liaise with key stakeholders to keep services customer focused, efficient, accurate and effective.

Carry our 1:2:1s and appraisals that direct & focus staff on key operational priorities

Experience/Requirement

Experience of leading payroll teams in a performance culture to achieve measurable outcomes.

Thorough knowledge of payroll legislation and practices, covering up to gross and gross to net procedures

Experience of using ERP systems to deliver payroll service

Knowledge of HMRC and pensions payroll requirements

Experience of managing and coaching teams to meet the requirements of stakeholders and manage interfaces with those stakeholders

Experience of working within the public sector is desirable but not essential

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