Payroll Manager

Loganair Limited; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional airline company in Glasgow seeks an experienced Payroll Manager to ensure efficient payroll processing and compliance with UK legislation. You will oversee the end-to-end payroll for all staff, manage audits, and maintain accurate records. Strong skills in payroll systems and advanced Excel are required, along with excellent communication and problem-solving abilities. This role is pivotal in supporting the HR team and engaging in payroll-related strategies.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of payroll experience at a similar level.
• Proven experience in a payroll management or senior payroll specialist role.
• Experience in communicating financial information to managers and employees.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end payroll for all employees.
• Ensure compliance with statutory regulations.
• Administer and optimise payroll systems and software.
• Act as the primary contact for all payroll queries.
• Oversee pension scheme contributions and enrolment.

Skills

Payroll management experience

Knowledge of UK payroll legislation

Proficiency with payroll systems

Advanced Excel skills

Attention to detail

Excellent communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Discretion with confidential information

Tools

ADP

Sage

Xero

Workday

Job description

Overview of Role

The Payroll Manager will support the delivery of an efficient and timely monthly payroll to the business in line with internal timescales, statutory reporting timescales and requirements. To ensure the integrity of the data within the Payroll systems and that this is kept up to date.

Key Responsibilities

The main activities that will be carried out by the Payroll Manager will include the below. As would be expected the below is not exhaustive and reasonable responsibilities not listed below will be carried out, with training and support provided where required.

• Payroll Processing
  Manage end-to-end payroll for all employees, including salaried, hourly, and contract staff. Ensure accurate calculation of wages, overtime, and deductions. Prepare and run monthly payroll. Verify payroll data, timesheets, and approvals.
• Compliance & Reporting
  Ensure compliance with statutory regulations (tax, pension, NI, benefits, etc.). Manage payroll‑related audits and maintain up-to-date documentation. Submit statutory filings (PAYE, RTI, P60, P11D, pension submissions). Maintain GDPR‑compliant data handling practices.
• Systems & Process Management
  Administer and optimise payroll systems and software. Review and implement process improvements for efficiency and accuracy. Maintain payroll records, reports, and documentation. Liaise with SAGE HR/Payroll for any system issue.
• Stakeholder Support
  Act as the primary contact for all payroll queries. Work closely with HR and Finance to support budgeting and headcount planning. Provide payroll reports and analytics as needed. Support pay negotiations as and when required, providing information and reports.
• Benefits & Pension Administration
  Oversee pension scheme contributions and enrolment. Manage benefits deductions and reimbursements. Ensure correct handling of statutory payments (SMP, SSP, SPP, etc.). Support the HR team and wider business in identifying opportunities for salary sacrifice, employee benefits.

Skills and Knowledge

• Proven experience in a payroll management or senior payroll specialist role.
• Strong understanding of UK payroll legislation and HMRC requirements.
• Proficiency with payroll systems (e.g., ADP, Sage, Xero, Workday, etc.).
• Advanced Excel skills and analytical competency.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.

Attitude

The Payroll Manager will develop positive constructive working relationships with the HR Team, demonstrating personal competence, reliability and being a valued member of the team.

Training and Experience

• Experience in communicating financial information to managers and employees.
• Excellent computer skills – you will require to work typically with Word, Excel, and Outlook packages.
• 5+ years of payroll experience at a similar level.