Assistant Payroll Manager

Macildowie are partnering with a well-established organisation within the contract catering and hospitality sector to recruit an experienced Assistant Payroll Manager.

This role is responsible for ensuring accurate, compliant, and timely end-to-end payroll processing across a multi-site operation. You will support and lead a payroll team, act as the subject matter expert for complex queries, and drive continuous improvement across payroll processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage monthly payroll, HMRC submissions, and payroll journals

• Ensure compliance with tax, employment law, and pension regulations

• Reconcile payroll accounts and resolve discrepancies

• Prepare pension submissions and annual gender pay gap reporting

• Support TUPE transfers and redundancy calculations

• Allocate workloads and coach payroll team members

• Identify and implement process improvements

About You

• Proven end-to-end payroll experience

• Strong knowledge of HMRC, pensions, and employment legislation

• Experience with Sage Payroll/Sage HR and strong Excel skills

• Confident leading or supervising a team

• Detail-focused, organised, and proactive

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a fast-paced, service-led organisation where you can make a real impact. Apply now or contact Macildowie for a confidential discussion.