Payroll Assistant Manager

About the role

We are partnering with a well‑established music accountancy firm in Central London to recruit an experienced Payroll Assistant Manager. This permanent, full‑time position offers hybrid working and the chance to manage a varied client payroll portfolio while gaining exposure to the wider finance function.

Key responsibilities

• End‑to‑end processing of payrolls for a diverse client portfolio.
• Calculate payroll including statutory payments, pensions, tax codes and deductions.
• Manage starters, leavers, salary changes and payroll amendments.
• Complete RTI submissions and ensure HMRC compliance.
• Support year‑end activities such as P60s and related reporting.
• Administer auto‑enrolment pension schemes.
• Stay up‑to‑date with payroll legislation and best practice.
• Resolve payroll queries accurately and maintain strong internal controls.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of payroll processes.

Required profile

• Proven experience managing end‑to‑end UK payroll.
• Strong knowledge of payroll legislation (RTI, PAYE, pensions, statutory payments).
• Ability to handle multiple payrolls and strict deadlines.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.
• Self‑motivated yet collaborative.

Required skills

• Excel
• QuickBooks
• Xero

What we offer

• Hybrid working arrangement.
• Competitive salary £40,000‑£50,000 DOE.
• Benefits package.