Payroll Manager - 6-month contract Edinburgh (Hybrid) Up to £228 per day Inside IR35

Loriens leading public sector client is looking to bring on a Payroll Manager on an initial 6-month contract (2x possible extensions potentially available) to come in and manage 2x Payroll Officers and deliver payroll and pensions services for circa 1300 staff.

Responsibilities:

• Ensuring accurate input to the HR& Payroll system - iTrent (MHR)
• Continually reviewing processes and working practices to ensure legislative compliance and effective payroll service whilst protecting payroll integrity and security.
• Ensuring appropriate reconciliations and submissions are performed on time.
• Liaise with external stakeholders such as MHR, HMRC and MyCSP (Civil Service Pensions) to ensure monthly and Annual returns are correct.
• Advise on issues of pay, tax, National Insurance, pension and other voluntary deductions.
• Consider the impact of proposed legislation and make appropriate recommendations.
• Lead, manage and develop two Payroll Officer and ensure they understand their roles

Essential Criteria:

• Previous experience of successfully managing a payroll function and providing advice and guidance on payroll queries to staff.
• A good understanding of income tax and HMRC obligations
• Understanding of Pension legislation
• Experience in using payroll systems and reporting on payroll information.
• Experience of delivering high quality customer service.
• Strong Excel and analytical skills
• Good communication skills

Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group STEM Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.