Payroll Manager

Robert Half are recruiting a Payroll Manager for a 6 months FTC in Wiltshire

Key Duties and Responsibilities

Manage the full monthly payroll cycle for all staff groups

Prepare, verify and process all payroll changes including starters, leavers, contractual variations, overtime, allowances and statutory payments.

Ensure RTI submissions, statutory deductions, PAYE, National Insurance, Apprenticeship Levy and all HMRC requirements are completed accurately and on time.

Reconcile monthly payroll reports and control accounts, investigate discrepancies and ensure corrective actions are taken.

Produce monthly and annual payroll journals for upload to the Finance system.

Develop and maintain robust internal controls to ensure payroll integrity and audit readiness

Maintain secure and accurate payroll records in accordance with GDPR.

Provide support for annual statutory audit Pensions Administration

Administer all pension schemes

Ensure accurate contribution calculations, monthly returns and statutory submissions.

Manage auto-enrolment processes and re-enrolment cycles in line with legislation.

Prepare annual pension audit data, respond to auditor queries and ensure compliance with scheme rules.

Provide guidance to employees on pension processes (not formal financial advice).

Compliance & Reporting

Ensure all payroll and pensions processes comply with employment law, HMRC regulations

Prepare year-end reports including P60s, P11Ds,

Support the development and upkeep of payroll and pensions policies and guidance, ensuring best practice and continuous improvement.

Lead a review and redesign of payroll workflows to eliminate manual steps and improve efficiency

Assist with system changes, upgrades, or implementation of new payroll or HRIS solutions where required.

Develop and maintain efficient workflows, checklists and controls to ensure robust payroll governance.

Collaborate with HR, Finance and IT to optimise data flows and system integration Stakeholder Support

Act as the primary point of contact for payroll and pensions queries from staff.

Work collaboratively with HR, Finance, IT and departmental managers to support payroll-related activity.

Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: