Pensions and Payroll Manager

Description

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Payroll & Pensions Manager to join our client’s Finance Team in Peterborough. This pivotal role ensures accurate and timely payroll and pension operations, full compliance with statutory requirements, and adherence to Financial Regulations.

This is a full-time permanent role. Salary is Circa £36000 plus excellent non salaried benefits including onsite parking

Key Responsibilities:

* Maintain expert knowledge of payroll legislation and compliance.

* Ensure payroll systems align with tax laws; maintain confidentiality and accuracy of records.

* Deliver payroll analysis, prepare journals, and assist with control account reconciliations.

* Process timely third-party payroll payments and pension submissions (TPA (MDC), LGPS, Scottish Widows, NEST).

* Maintain accurate in-year payroll forecasts and calculate/submit P11Ds.

* Manage payroll functions covering salary, pensions, overtime, expenses, and statutory payments (SSP, SMP, OSP, SPL, SAP).

* Forecast maternity pay and process sickness payments.

* Advise staff on all pay-related queries.

* Oversee salary sacrifice schemes (Childcare Vouchers, Cycle to Work) and employee benefits.

* Liaise with HMRC, pension bodies, auditors, and external agencies.

* Issue P45s and final payslips to leavers; manage payroll advances.

* Ensure accurate Real Time Information (RTI) submissions (FPS & EPS).

* Work with HR to implement pay awards and changes.

* Provide monthly payroll reports to Finance and Senior Leadership Team.

* Administer pension schemes, including auto-enrolment, queries, annual rate updates, and end-of-year certification.

Key Skills required:

* Minimum GCSE English & Maths (Grade C/4 or above) or equivalent.

* Level 3 qualification in a relevant subject (or equivalent).

* CIPP Payroll qualification at Level 4.

* IT qualification (e.g. ECDL, CLAIT) or equivalent experience.

* Evidence of continuing professional development.

* Substantial recent experience in a payroll role.

* Strong understanding of UK statutory payroll requirements (SSP, SMP, Tax, NI, etc.).

* Experience with computerised payroll systems and pension administration.

* Proven track record compiling reports and analysing payroll data.

* Experience liaising with internal and external stakeholders

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