Interim Payroll Manager (Immediate Start | Full or Part-Time)

Job Title: Interim Payroll Manager

Location: West Midlands - On site 1 day every 2 weeks

Contract: 6 weeks contract potential to be extended

Hours: Full-time or Part-time (Minimum 30 hours per week)

Start Date: Immediate

We are seeking an experienced Interim Payroll Manager who is immediately available and ready to hit the ground running. This is a hands-on role for a payroll professional with strong in-house payroll experience who can quickly take ownership of the payroll function.

We are open to both full-time and part-time candidates (minimum 30 hours per week). The role is primarily remote, with an expectation to attend site once every two weeks or as and when required.

Key Responsibilities:

• End-to-end management of in-house payroll operations
• Processing monthly payroll, ensuring accuracy and compliance
• Managing bonus payments, commissions and variable pay elements
• Ensuring PAYE, NI, pension contributions and statutory payments are processed correctly
• Handling payroll reconciliations, reporting and month-end journals
• Acting as the key point of contact for payroll queries
• Ensuring compliance with HMRC regulations and internal controls

Requirements:

• Proven experience managing in-house payroll
• Strong understanding of bonus calculations and complex pay structures
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
• Up-to-date knowledge of UK payroll legislation
• Immediately available

This opportunity would suit a confident payroll professional who thrives in fast-paced environments and can provide immediate stability and expertise.