Payroll Manager

Payroll Manager Solihull, UK (Office-Based) Monday to Friday, 9:00am – 5:00pm (30-minute lunch break) £37,000 – £38,000 per annum An established and growing organisation is seeking an experienced Payroll Manager to join its Head Office team in Solihull. This is a fantastic opportunity for a payroll professional to take ownership of payroll operations within a fast-paced environment, supporting a large workforce and driving continuous improvement across payroll processes. Key Responsibilities Support the end-to-end processing of two monthly payrolls for 1,500+ employees Manage payroll activities including starters, leavers, amendments, overtime, absences, statutory payments, and pensions Investigate and resolve payroll queries and discrepancies efficiently Produce payroll reports, journals, and reconciliations to support finance processes Administer company pension schemes, including NEST Process payroll-related payments (monthly and ad hoc) Manage company cars, fuel cards, and P11D reporting Complete year-end payroll processes and statutory reporting Maintain accurate payroll records and ensure data integrity Support payroll and HR-related projects and process improvements Prepare detailed reports covering earnings, deductions, and benefits Lead on gender pay gap reportingAbout You Proven experience in a payroll-focused role, ideally at Manager or Senior level Strong working knowledge of Sage Payroll 50 Up-to-date knowledge of HMRC legislation, payroll compliance, and UK regulations Experience managing pensions and auto-enrolment (NEST essential) High attention to detail with excellent accuracy Strong communication skills and ability to liaise with senior stakeholders Able to work independently, prioritise workload, and meet deadlines in a busy environment