Payroll Manager

Northern Ireland Water Limited; Belfast; On-site; GBP 40,000 - GBP 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization in the water sector is seeking a Payroll & Benefit Manager for their Newtownards site. The successful candidate will manage payroll processes for Northern Ireland and Great Britain, leading a dedicated payroll team. Strong technical knowledge of payroll legislation, excellent communication skills, and relevant IT skills are essential. The role includes overseeing compliance with HMRC and providing support for employee benefits. A competitive salary of up to £50k, onsite parking, enhanced pension, and generous holiday allowance are offered.

Benefits

Salary up to £50k

Onsite parking

Enhanced pension contribution

Bonus

25 days holiday + 8 statutory days

Qualifications

• Experience managing a payroll team is essential.
• Knowledge of payroll legislation in NI/GB required.
• Must possess strong communication and IT skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach and develop the payroll team.
• Manage NI/GB & International payrolls ensuring compliance.
• Prepare payroll files for relevant jurisdictions.

Skills

Experience mentoring or managing a payroll team

Strong technical knowledge of NI/GB payroll legislation

Strong communication skills

Strong IT skills

Job description

Overview

Payroll & Benefit Manager - Newtownards

MCS Group are delighted to be working with a leading organisation to recruit a Payroll & Benefit Manager for their Newtownards site on a full time, permanent basis.

The Company

Our client operates globally & is the second largest in their sector across the Island of Ireland. Due to continued expansion, they have streamlined their payroll team and now look to add a Payroll Manager to their growing team.

The Rewards

As the successful Payroll Manager, you will receive the following:

• Salary up to £50k
• Onsite parking
• Enhanced pension contribution
• Bonus
• 25 days holiday + 8 statutory days

The Role

As the successful Payroll Manager, you will report to the Head of HR and will be responsible for the following duties:

• Lead, coach and develop the payroll team
• Manage NI/GB & International payrolls including review and sign off as required
• Ensure full compliance with any HMRC and statutory requirements as it relates to payroll contributions, employee benefits and expenses
• Manage the amendments and payroll file preparation for any relevant executive payroll for the relevant jurisdiction
• Other duties as outlined in the full job description

The Person

The successful Payroll Manager will have the following characteristics:

• Experience mentoring or managing a payroll team
• Strong technical knowledge of NI/GB payroll legislation and managing benefits
• Open to industry or practice background
• Strong communication skills
• Strong IT skills

To speak in absolute confidence about this opportunity please send an up to date CV via the link provided or contact Ruth Cox, Recruitment Manager Services at MCS Group 028 90490864

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