Interim Payroll Manager

We're looking for an experienced Interim Payroll Manager to join us on a fixed-term/contract basis while we recruit for a permanent hire. You'll be able to start immediately and hit the ground running, taking ownership of the end-to-end payroll function across our group of companies. This is a hands-on role covering multi-entity payroll (predominantly CIPHR, with some Sage), managing a small payroll team, and acting as the go-to expert for payroll compliance and stakeholder queries during the interim period.

Responsibilities

Managing end-to-end monthly payroll processing across the group, including starters, leavers, variable pay, absence pay and statutory payments; Owning payroll compliance, statutory reporting (RTI/FPS) and liaison with HMRC and pension providers; Managing payroll reconciliations and resolving discrepancies; Overseeing pension auto-enrolment and deductions for employee benefits; Providing day-to-day management and support to the payroll team; Acting as escalation point for payroll queries from staff and managers

Requirements

Proven experience managing payroll for a similar-sized, multi-entity group; Up-to-date knowledge of UK payroll legislation (SSP, NMW, statutory payments, NI thresholds); Experience with CIPHR and/or Sage payroll software; Confidence to pick up an existing payroll function quickly and work independently from day one

Nice to have

CIPP or equivalent qualification; PE-backed or group/holding company experience

Benefits

Hybrid working from our Shoreham office; Autonomy to make an immediate impact