Payroll Manager
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Payroll Manager
The Lanes Group are the UKs largest independent provider of water and wastewater solutions and services we play a vital role in always maintaining the seamless operations of the nations water systems.
Formed in 1992 our half a billion-pound turnover ensures continued expansion for market share. Our key differentiator is our 4000 staff and our resource pool that includes the most innovative fleet plant and equipment the market has to offer.
About the Role:
As Payroll Manager you will be responsible for leading the payroll function across multiple entities ensuring accurate and timely delivery of weekly and monthly payrolls. This is a hands-on leadership role that requires strong technical expertise and the ability to drive process improvements while maintaining compliance.
Location: On-site Leeds LS12 6AB
Salary: Around 50000
Responsibilities but not limited to:
- Managing the end-to-end delivery of weekly and monthly payrolls across multiple entities providing cover for the team when required.
- Overseeing payroll compliance statutory reporting and continuous process improvement initiatives.
- Analysing FPS submissions and reconciling data back to HMRC.
- Applying knowledge of IR35 legislation and conducting status determinations.
- Leading and supporting a team of Payroll Seniors and Advisors fostering a culture of collaboration and excellence.
- Partnering with HR Finance and Operations to ensure payroll accuracy and timely processing.
- Supporting integration projects system developments and business change initiatives.
Experience and qualifications required for the role:
- Proven experience managing multiple payrolls across complex organisations.
- Minimum of 5 years experience managing a payroll team.
- Strong leadership and mentoring skills.
- Confident in using multiple payroll systems (IRIS Cascade experience highly desirable).
- Experience in acquisitions and TUPE transfers.
- Forensic approach to auditing calculations and processes.
- Proficient in managing salary sacrifice and taxable benefit schemes.
- Experience in HRIS system implementations is desirable
- CIPP Level 4 qualification (or equivalent) as a minimum requirement.
Why join Lanes Group
- Be a key player in shaping the future of the UKs leading drainage and infrastructure services business.
- Work in a fast-paced entrepreneurial environment with the backing of a strong national brand.
- Opportunity to work closely with senior leadership on high-impact strategic initiatives.
- Flexible working options and career progression pathways.
What youll get in return
In joining the Lanes Group the UKs largest independent provider we are committed to fostering a workplace culture that prioritises the well-being growth and safety of our employees. Through continuous training professional development opportunities and a supportive environment that values every individuals unique contribution we empower our team to uphold the highest standards of integrity collaboration and inclusivity.
Required Experience:
Manager
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