Payroll Manager

Temporary Payroll Manager

Glasgow | £19-£20 per hour | Immediate start available

We're supporting a well-established Glasgow-based organisation in the appointment of an experienced Payroll Manager to oversee a complex, high-volume payroll function.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced payroll professional who enjoys taking ownership, working autonomously and acting as the subject matter expert within the business.

Reporting into senior finance leadership and managing a Payroll Assistant, you'll be responsible for ensuring the smooth, accurate and timely delivery of payroll services across a varied workforce.

Key responsibilities will include

Managing the end-to-end payroll function

Processing payroll payments and ensuring robust controls are in place

Completing monthly reconciliations and supporting year-end audit requirements

Producing payroll analysis, reports and management information

Acting as the key contact for payroll, pensions, taxation and employment-related queries

Working closely with HR, Finance and senior stakeholders across the organisation

Managing pay awards, increments and statutory returns

Supporting payroll systems upgrades, improvements and future implementations

Line managing and developing a Payroll Administrator

We're keen to speak with individuals who can demonstrate

Significant end-to-end payroll experience within a complex environment

Strong technical payroll knowledge and understanding of current legislation

Excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities

Strong stakeholder management and communication skills

Experience using payroll systems and driving process improvements

Previous leadership or people management experience

This is a varied and business-critical role suited to someone who enjoys problem solving, thrives in a fast-paced environment and can confidently manage a complex payroll operation with minimal supervision.

Interested? Get in touch for a confidential discussion.