Payroll Manager

  • RECfinancial
  • Apr 17, 2026
Full time Accounting

Job Description

RECfinancial are currently shortlisting for a well established Leicestershire based organisation as it looks to recruit an experienced Payroll Manager on a permanent full-time business.

If you're currently working in payroll, particularly from an advisory point of view, this role is for you.

Our client has a strong reputation within its field and looks to strengthen its team as they grow and develop as a company. You'll report into a passionate HR/ Office Manager and will take ownership of a large team, oversee end-to-end payroll operations, and play a key role in developing both our people and our processes. Commutable from Leicester, Whetstone, Blaby, Enderby, and greater Leicestershire.

You may well already be in a similar role, looking for a new challenge or just a change of environment.

Payroll Manager role will involve;

The Payroll Manager role will be an integral part of our growing teams and departments leading from the front of the payroll function. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys a mix of client-facing work, team leadership, and hands-on payroll delivery. Being able to allocate work effectively and manage deadlines across portfolios. Provide technical guidance and hands-on support when needed across the company. Conduct regular 1:1s and performance reviews with the team. Ensure workloads are balanced and manageable across the team

What are the Main Responsibilities:

  • Be the go-to payroll expert for all clients

  • Maintain exceptional service standards and manage client expectations

  • Lead onboarding, including system setup, data migration, and process design

  • Be able to deliver all software demos and provide support

  • Build trusted, long-term client relationships and confidently resolve complex queries

  • Own Payroll Delivery

  • Oversee multiple payroll cycles (weekly, fortnightly, monthly)

  • Ensure all payrolls are accurate, compliant, and delivered on time

  • Review complex calculations (statutory payments, terminations, adjustments)

  • Working onsite with clients, resolving their payroll issues or acting as cover

  • Manage annual fee reviews and pricing discussions with confidence

What are they looking for:

  • Proven experience in a Payroll Manager or Senior Payroll position

  • Strong technical knowledge of UK payroll and HMRC legislation

  • Experience managing a team and multiple client payrolls

  • Confident communicator with excellent client-facing skills

  • Commercial awareness and ability to manage fees and client relationships

  • A proactive leader who enjoys improving processes and developing people

What's on offer for the Payroll Manager

  • Competitive market rate salary

  • Performance development

  • Hybrid working option

  • Open plan office space

  • Free onsite parking

  • 25 days holiday


For further information on this fabulous opportunity, please contact us.
Please note we are unable to accept applications from candidates without UK experience and the need for sponsorship.

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