Head of Payroll

4 weeks ago


Oxford, United Kingdom Howett Thorpe Full time

Are you ready for the next significant step in your career with a dynamic and forward-thinking accountancy practice? If you’re seeking a role that offer a diverse range of work and genuine opportunities for growth, this might be the perfect fit for you.

We are delighted to be working closely with this ambitious and fast growing Top 50 accountancy practice. Due to unparalleled growth, they are looking to hire a Head of Payroll to take over the Payroll function.

Head of Payroll - Benefits

  • Partner led mentoring and tailored career progression plan
  • Competitive salary which is regularly reviewed
  • Enhanced pension
  • Life assurance and health cash plan
  • Retail discount scheme
  • Electric vehicle salary sacrifice
  • Hybrid and flexible working
  • 25 days core holiday, flexible bank holidays and additional holiday with service

Head of Payroll - About The Role

As the Head of Payroll, you will be working closely with the Integration Director, developing and implementing new systems and procedures to ensure not only profitability but also best in class service for your clients.

Responsibilities will include:

  • Propose and implement procedural changes to optimise workflow efficiency and maintain high-quality standards
  • Efficiently manage multi-cycle payrolls, ensuring precision and compliance with regulatory reporting deadlines
  • Lead continuous process improvement and automation initiatives to streamline operations
  • Train and mentor the team
  • Safeguard confidentiality of payroll information and ensure compliance with legal and regulatory standards

The successful Head of Payroll will have/be:

  • Fully CIPP qualified with 5+ years working as a manager/senior manager in a multi-client environment
  • Extensive experience working with UK clients is essential. Experience working with international clients is desirable but not essential
  • Strong problem solving and analytical skills

Howett Thorpe are acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this role and comply with all relevant UK legislation and do not discriminate on any protected characteristics. Due to the high volume of applications we currently receive, we are unable to respond to all candidates. If you do not hear from a Consultant within 5 working days, please assume that you have not been successful.

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