Payroll Manager
CV-LibraryDartford, KentpermanentPosted: 14 October 2026
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Location: Dartford
Salary: £40,000 per annum
Hours: Full-time or Part-time considered
Working Pattern: Office-based
The Opportunity
I am recruiting for a Payroll Manager to take ownership of the payroll function for approximately 600 employees across a diverse workforce. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a supportive and friendly team in brand-new offices, with an excellent holiday allowance and the chance to play a key role in an exciting payroll transformation project.
The business is currently transitioning from Sage Payroll to the integrated payroll function within UKG HR, which will automate a number of manual processes and help streamline payroll operations.
This position can be offered on either:
* A part-time basis focused solely on payroll management, or
* A full-time basis combining payroll responsibilities with wider finance support duties alongside the Finance Manager.
Key Responsibilities
* Manage and process the monthly payroll for approximately 600 employees.
* Ensure payroll is completed accurately and within required deadlines.
* Calculate pay across multiple departments, contracts, and pay structures.
* Administer variable payroll elements including bonuses, average earnings calculations, overtime, and other adjustments.
* Liaise with managers to ensure payroll data is accurate and up to date.
* Resolve payroll queries from employees and management.
* Maintain payroll records and ensure compliance with payroll legislation and company policies.
* Support the implementation and ongoing development of the UKG integrated payroll system.
* Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, accuracy, and automation within payroll processes.
* Prepare payroll reports and reconciliation data as required.
Additional Responsibilities (Full-Time Option)
* Support the Finance Manager with day-to-day finance administration.
* Assist with purchase ledger, reconciliations, and other accounting tasks.
* Provide general administrative support to the finance function.
* Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives across finance and payroll.
About You
* Previous experience managing end-to-end payroll.
* Confident handling payrolls with complex calculations and variable pay elements.
* Strong understanding of payroll legislation and best practice.
* Experience using payroll systems, ideally Sage and/or UKG (or similar HRIS/payroll platforms).
* Highly organised with excellent attention to detail.
* Strong communication skills and ability to work collaboratively with managers across the business.
* Comfortable working in a hands-on role and taking ownership of payroll processes.
* Finance experience would be advantageous for candidates seeking the full-time opportunity.
What's on Offer?
* Salary of £40,000-£45,000
* Full-time or part-time flexibility.
* Excellent holiday allowance.
* Brand-new office facilities.
* Opportunity to play a key role in an exciting payroll system implementation and transformation project.
* Long-term career stability within a growing business
Location: Dartford
Salary: £40,000 per annum
Hours: Full-time or Part-time considered
Working Pattern: Office-based
The Opportunity
I am recruiting for a Payroll Manager to take ownership of the payroll function for approximately 600 employees across a diverse workforce. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a supportive and friendly team in brand-new offices, with an excellent holiday allowance and the chance to play a key role in an exciting payroll transformation project.
The business is currently transitioning from Sage Payroll to the integrated payroll function within UKG HR, which will automate a number of manual processes and help streamline payroll operations.
This position can be offered on either:
* A part-time basis focused solely on payroll management, or
* A full-time basis combining payroll responsibilities with wider finance support duties alongside the Finance Manager.
Key Responsibilities
* Manage and process the monthly payroll for approximately 600 employees.
* Ensure payroll is completed accurately and within required deadlines.
* Calculate pay across multiple departments, contracts, and pay structures.
* Administer variable payroll elements including bonuses, average earnings calculations, overtime, and other adjustments.
* Liaise with managers to ensure payroll data is accurate and up to date.
* Resolve payroll queries from employees and management.
* Maintain payroll records and ensure compliance with payroll legislation and company policies.
* Support the implementation and ongoing development of the UKG integrated payroll system.
* Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, accuracy, and automation within payroll processes.
* Prepare payroll reports and reconciliation data as required.
Additional Responsibilities (Full-Time Option)
* Support the Finance Manager with day-to-day finance administration.
* Assist with purchase ledger, reconciliations, and other accounting tasks.
* Provide general administrative support to the finance function.
* Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives across finance and payroll.
About You
* Previous experience managing end-to-end payroll.
* Confident handling payrolls with complex calculations and variable pay elements.
* Strong understanding of payroll legislation and best practice.
* Experience using payroll systems, ideally Sage and/or UKG (or similar HRIS/payroll platforms).
* Highly organised with excellent attention to detail.
* Strong communication skills and ability to work collaboratively with managers across the business.
* Comfortable working in a hands-on role and taking ownership of payroll processes.
* Finance experience would be advantageous for candidates seeking the full-time opportunity.
What's on Offer?
* Salary of £40,000-£45,000
* Full-time or part-time flexibility.
* Excellent holiday allowance.
* Brand-new office facilities.
* Opportunity to play a key role in an exciting payroll system implementation and transformation project.
* Long-term career stability within a growing business