Job Description

Payroll Manager - Cheadle - 40-45k

Location:

Cheadle

Reports to:

Finance Manager

Job Type:

Full-time, Hybrid working (4 days office based, 1 day working from home)

About Us:

Nurtured Childcare are an award winning nursery group, where children really are at the centre of what we do and we like to think outside of the box to bring new and exciting activities to our nurseries. We are on a continued growth plan, which means our team need to be adaptable, open to new challenges and work closely together to ensure our processes and systems meet the fast paced growth of the business.

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Payroll Manager to oversee and manage the

end-to-end

payroll function for our organisation, which is fast growing. This is a key role within our business, ensuring that all employees are paid accurately and on time, in full compliance with UK legislation and internal policies.

Currently, we operate five payrolls across 12 sites with varying payroll dates throughout the month, managed by an external provider. We are now transitioning to an in-house payroll system and are looking for someone with the expertise to lead this project and onboard additional payrolls as we continue to grow through acquisitions. This role will evolve into managing a dedicated payroll department, including future payroll assistants.

Key Responsibilities

Manage the full payroll cycle across all group sites, including starters, leavers, and contractual changes Ensure compliance with HMRC regulations, including RTI submissions, PAYE, NI, and statutory payments (SSP, SMP, SPP) Liaise with our current payroll provider to produce and submit payroll reports for BACS payments during the transition period Administer pension contributions and auto-enrolment processes in line with The Pensions Regulator requirements Collaborate with HR and Finance to ensure accurate data flow and reporting Maintain and update payroll systems and employee records Resolve payroll reconciliation queries with the Finance team Manage year-end processes including P60s, P11Ds, and PSA submissions Respond to employee queries regarding pay, tax, and benefits Stay up to date with changes in payroll legislation and best practices Support audits and ensure data integrity and confidentiality

Knowledge and Experience

Essential Knowledge:

UK payroll legislation, including PAYE, NI, RTI, and statutory payments Pension regulations and auto-enrolment HMRC compliance, coding notices, and year-end reporting Basic employment law (contracts, working hours, holiday pay) GDPR and data protection in payroll

Essential Experience:

Proven experience managing multiple payrolls per month Strong working knowledge of UK payroll systems and legislation

This role would suit someone with:

Experience working in a payroll bureau or recruitment company where multiple channels/payrolls are managed

Skills and Attributes

High attention to detail and accuracy Strong numerical and analytical skills Proficiency in payroll software (e.g., Xero) and Microsoft Excel Clear and professional communication skills Effective time management and ability to meet strict deadlines Discretion and confidentiality when handling sensitive data Problem-solving and troubleshooting ability

Qualifications (Desirable)

CIPP (Chartered Institute of Payroll Professionals) - Foundation or Practitioner level AAT or similar finance/accounting qualification Experience using Xero
If you're ready to lead a payroll transformation in a purpose-driven, people-focused organisation, we'd love to hear from you.

#NURHP

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 40,000.00-45,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Childcare Company events Company pension Employee discount Free parking
Schedule:

10 hour shift 8 hour shift Day shift Monday to Friday No weekends
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 06/08/2025