Vacancy Name

Payroll Manager- Chandler's Ford




Vacancy No

VN2319




Employment Type

Permanent




Duration

N/A




Location City

Chandler's Ford




Location Country

United Kingdom




Company Description

Xeinadin was established in 2019 when a number of leading business advisory and accountancy practices across the UK and Ireland came together to re-imagine the future of accountancy. Our collective mission to provide locally forged, trusted business advice to SMEs through forward-thinking, close-knit relationships remains pivotal to our growth. It's our people who drive our business forward, and we offer them future-focused career opportunities whilst supporting individual specialisms. Our regional offices of over 3000 colleagues operate collaboratively, combining collective expertise to maximise potential.




Description

We are seeking for a Payroll Manager where you will play a crucial role in our payroll team, responsible for processing end-to-end payroll processing for a small portfolio of clients, ensuring accuracy and efficiency throughout each step. Manage a small team, provide support and training where required. This role is ideal for a highly organised, quality-focused individual with a strong ability to meet deadlines and foster a collaborative team environment.




Key Responsibilities

• Manage the entire payroll process for a broad client base, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely delivery.

• Prepare and submit RTI returns, CIS deductions, and end-of-year returns, including forms P11D and Class 1A NIC calculations.

• Oversee the production of payroll outputs, such as payslips, pension uploads, and payment reports for clients and third-party entities.

• Handle auto-enrolment setup, calculations, and submissions, ensuring compliance with pension regulations.

• Maintain detailed payroll records and implement a robust document control system to ensure accuracy and a full audit trail.

• Resolve client payroll queries efficiently and maintain strong, lasting client relationships.

• Provide training, mentorship, and support to junior team members, fostering their development and reviewing their work to ensure quality standards are met.

• Work with the Hub Payroll Manager to introduce new payroll systems and procedures, ensuring smooth team adaptation.

• Stay informed about current payroll legislation, tax laws, and compliance requirements, applying this knowledge to improve processes.

• Prepare month-end journals and reports as needed for posting and audit purposes.

• Represent the organisation professionally at offsite client meetings, networking events, and training courses.

• Monitor the team's client payrolls to ensure timely and accurate processing, addressing issues as they arise.




Key Requirements

• Demonstrated experience in end-to-end payroll management, preferably in a client-facing or practice environment.

• A CIPP (Chartered Institute of Payroll Professionals) qualification, or an equivalent industry-recognized payroll certification, demonstrating expertise in payroll and its associated regulations.

• Proficiency in payroll software (e.g., BrightPay) and Microsoft Office Suite, including Word and Excel.

• Capable of handling a high volume of payroll data while meeting deadlines and maintaining quality standards.

• In-depth Knowledge of HMRC Legislation & Pension Auto Enrolment: Comprehensive understanding of current HMRC tax legislation, pension auto enrolment, and other statutory regulations.

• High levels of accuracy and attention to detail, with strong numerical skills.




Additional Requirements

• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.

• Proven ability to manage and mentor a team while meeting deadlines in a fast-paced environment.




Model

Office Based




Salary

Competitive




Benefits

Benefits

• Company Pension Scheme

• 25 days of annual leave + bank holidays

• Additional annual leave days from certain levels of seniority

• Ability to buy up to 5 days of annual leave to reach a maximum of 30 days per annum

• Business closure over Christmas*

• Life Assurance x4 annual salary

• Enhanced family leave policies

• Enhanced Company Sick Pay

• Employee Assistance Programme - 24/7 support, free and confidential

• Corporate Discounts Platform



Flexible Benefits platform with ability to opt-in to various insurances (level of seniority dependent & self-funded at corporate rates) such as:

• Critical Illness Cover

• Cash plan

• Cycle to work

• Eye care

• Dental

*subject to exceptions and business needs