Payroll Manager

Eden Futures provides high-quality, person-centered care, support and enablement for people with disabilities and support needs. We support over 690 people across 160 sites in the midlands and north of England. Private Equity backed, we are on an exciting journey with significant growth plan over the next few years.

This is an exciting time to join our high growth organization in the Social Care sector. This really is a job where you will be able to make a difference!

We are looking for an experienced Payroll Manager to lead our established payroll team and ensure the efficient management of our payroll function. You will be reporting to a passionate Group Financial Controller who is looking to take the Team to the next level whilst you strive for excellence together

Benefits - 

33 days of holiday incl bank holidays - increasing with service
Continuous Learning & Development opportunities - including access to bespoke Management training such as “Eden Evolve”
Have your Birthday off – additional day of annual leave
Free DBS Check
Health Cash Back and Pension Scheme
Eligible for £500 bonus through our refer a friend scheme (unlimited referrals)
Enhanced pay for maternity or paternity leave
Blue Light Card Discount Scheme
Free on-site parking

Main Responsibilities
Lead, manage, and supervise a payroll team of four, ensuring high levels of performance, accuracy, and efficiency.
Oversee the entire payroll process, ensuring all employees are paid accurately and on time.
Manage the pension submissions and auto enrolment process requirements.
Ensure compliance with all relevant UK tax laws, pension regulations, and employment legislation.
Manage and resolve complex payroll issues and queries from employees and other departments.
Implement and maintain payroll best practices to improve efficiency and accuracy.
Prepare and review payroll reports and documentation for accuracy and compliance.
Liaise with other departments; HR, Finance, IT and all services to build and maintain excellent working relationships
Manage the relationship with payroll software provider, ensuring the payroll system is up to date with latest software releases and legislation
Stay updated with changes in payroll legislation and best practices, ensuring the company remains compliant and efficient.
Conduct regular reviews and audits of payroll processes and systems, identifying and implementing improvements where necessary.
Provide training and support to the payroll team, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and professional development.

The Ideal Candidate
Minimum of 3 years proven experience in managing a payroll team, preferably in a business employing 1,500 employees across multiple entities.
Demonstrable experience of payrolls with hourly payments and associated time and attendance software
Strong understanding of  Microsoft Office packages e.g. Outlook/Word/Excel
Experience of using Sage 50 Payroll would be advantageous but not essential
Professional payroll qualification (e.g., CIPP certification) is desirable but not essential.
Experience of ongoing process improvement identification and implementation
A collaborative approach with other areas of the business to help resolve queries and a drive to seek out process improvements where possible.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to manage relationships at all levels within the company.