Assistant Payroll Manager

Job description

Assistant Payroll Manager Location: Belfast Job Type: Full-time | Permanent | Hybrid Working Salary: £32,000 + per annum Reed Accountancy are delighted to be partnered with a respected organisation based in Belfast area in the appointment of an experienced Assistant Payroll Manager join their dynamic team on a full-time, permanent basis. The successful Assistant Payroll Manager will assist in managing a busy Payroll Department, ensuring accurate payroll processing and providing leadership in the absence of the Payroll Manager. Day-to-Day of the Role: Assist the Payroll Manager in overseeing payroll procedures and maintaining payroll records. Act as a point of contact for payroll-related inquiries and provide leadership to payroll staff when the Payroll Manager is absent. Address employee payroll queries and resolve discrepancies or payment issues promptly. Assist in managing end-to-end payroll processing, including reviewing timesheets, overtime, bonuses, and deductions. Ensure accurate calculation of salaries, taxes, pensions, and benefits. Verify payroll reports before final approval and reconcile payroll nominal accounts. Assist in month-end and year-end closing activities and support the preparation of tax filings and statutory returns. Maintain accurate payroll records in accordance with retention policies and help manage HR/payroll software. Required Skills & Qualifications: A recognised qualification in UK payroll, accredited by the Chartered Institute of Payroll Professionals with a minimum of two years within a payroll function, or a minimum of five years in a senior payroll position. Strong knowledge of payroll legislation and employment law as it relates to payroll. Advanced proficiency in payroll systems. Ability to manage multiple payroll cycles and deadlines. Highest levels of integrity and confidentiality. For more information, including package details, please contact Mary at Reed Belfast, apply via this advert, or contact me confidentially on LinkedIn Skills: Assistant Payroll Manager Payroll Manager Senior Payroll Officer Benefits: Work From Home

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Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Belfast

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Salary indication

£30,000 Per Month

Published at

11-06-2026

Profession type

Accountancy

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English