Payroll Manager (Temp to Permanent) 30 hours per week Monday to Friday 4 days office-based / 1 day working from home The Role We are recruiting a Payroll Manager to take ownership of the payroll function for a growing UK business. This is a temp-to-permanent opportunity, ideal for an experienced payroll professional who enjoys autonomy, accuracy, and working closely with HR and Finance teams. Reporting directly to the HR Manager, you will be the first point of contact for all payroll-related matters, both internally and externally. The role requires strong attention to detail, excellent communication skills, and the ability to manage competing priorities effectively. Key Responsibilities Process two monthly payrolls end-to-end, from data input through to BACS submission Maintain payroll systems and records, ensuring accurate and timely data input Calculate employee pay including hours, commission/bonuses, benefits, taxes, and LTIP share awards Respond to and resolve payroll queries from employees and management Ensure compliance with payroll policies, procedures, and relevant legislation Investigate and resolve discrepancies in payroll, timesheets, and commission calculations Maintain strict confidentiality of employee pay data Act as the main point of contact with HMRC Produce payroll reports for record-keeping and management review Prepare P11D, P60 and P45 documentation for manager review Support and resolve payroll-related audit queries Skills, Knowledge and Experience