Payroll Manager - Immediate Start

Posted 15 January 2026
Salary Negotiable
LocationBangor
Job type Temporary
Discipline Accountancy & Finance
ReferenceJSG820_1768472787

Job description

A leading employer based in Bangor are recruiting a Payroll Manager to join their team on an initial temporary contract for 6 months. If this sounds like it might be of interest to you, please apply for more information.

Salary/ Benefits

In order to attract the very best talent on the market a generous remuneration package is on offer based on experience plus a range of benefits including:

  • Competitive salary depending on experience
  • Immediate start on offer
  • Free parking
  • Comfortable working environment
  • Hybrid work from home/office model ongoing

Client

A leading organisation is currently recruiting a Payroll Manager to join their team based in the Bangor area. This is a fantastic opportunity to join an employer with an excellent reputation in the local market and who provide an essential service to the local community.

Responsibilities

  • Manage the end-to-end monthly payroll process for all employees across the business.
  • Ensure correct processing of variable hours, shift patterns, and overtime.
  • Calculate and process statutory payments such as SSP, SMP, SPP, SAP, and holiday pay in accordance with legislation.
  • Maintain accurate employee data within the payroll system including starters, leavers, role changes, contracted hours, and absence records.
  • Oversee pension administration, auto-enrolment duties, and ensure contributions are calculated correctly.
  • Ensure payroll is fully compliant with HMRC requirements, employment law, and sector-specific regulations.
  • Prepare and submit all statutory returns, including FPS/EPS submissions.
  • Maintain payroll systems and ensure data integrity and accuracy.

The Ideal Person

  • Minimum of 3 years' experience as a Payroll Manager or senior payroll professional, ideally within shift-based sectors.
  • Strong working knowledge of UK payroll legislation and HMRC processes, including payroll calculations, process, tax regulations and compliance requirements.
  • Strong technical skills with proficiency in payroll systems such as Sage 50.
  • Excellent numerical accuracy and attention to detail.

For further information on this vacancy, or any other Accountancy & Finance job in Belfast or wider Northern Ireland, please apply via the link below or contact Jamie Gault in the strictest confidence. IND01

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