Jobs, fresher vacancy - Payroll Manager • High Wycombe

Company: Remarkable Jobs

High Wycombe

Payroll ManagerLocation: High Wycombe (Hybrid - 2 days per week in the office)Salary: Competitive, dependent on experienceHours: Full-time, Flexible working hoursWork Location: Hybrid - Full time / PermanentRemarkable Jobs are recruiting on behalf of a growing organisation based in High Wycombe.We are seeking an experienced Payroll Manager to lead the transition of payroll from an external provider to an in-house function. This is a hands-on role suited to a Payroll Manager with proven experience building internal payroll systems and managing payroll within a growing business.Payroll Manager Role:As a Payroll Manager, you will take full ownership of the end-to-end payroll function for a workforce of circa 360 employees. You will play a key role in system selection and implementation, moving away from the current Sage Line 50 platform and ensuring payroll is futureproofed to support ongoing business growth and acquisitions.Payroll Manager Key Responsibilities: Lead the transition of payroll from an outsourced provider to a fully in-house payroll functionSelect, implement and manage a new payroll system (currently using Sage Line 50)Process end-to-end monthly payroll for circa 360 employees, ensuring accuracy and complianceManage all statutory reporting including HMRC submissions, pensions and year-end processesOversee compensation and benefits administration, including salary reviews, benefits schemes and incentivesDevelop payroll policies, procedures and internal controlsSupport TUPE processes for new acquisitions and business growthAct as the main point of contact for payroll, compensation and benefits queriesWork closely with HR and Finance to ensure seamless reporting and compliance What They Are Looking For:Essential: Minimum 3+ years' experience as a Payroll Manager or in a senior payroll roleProven experience bringing payroll in-house from an external providerStrong system implementation experienceEnd-to-end UK payroll expertise including HMRC, pensions and statutory complianceCompensation and benefits experienceConfident working with payroll systems (currently Sage Line 50)Experience processing payroll for a multi-site workforce Desirable: Experience supporting payroll through TUPE transfersExposure to payroll in a growing or acquisitive business Payroll Manager Key Attributes: Highly organised and detail-orientedConfident decision-makerStrong communicator at all levelsProactive and process-drivenComfortable working in a stand alone role, in fast-growing environment If you're ready to take ownership of a growing in-house payroll function as a Payroll Manager, we'd love to hear from you.