Assistant Payroll Manager

Reference: 26074_1782314729

Assistant Payroll Manager

Wantage | 3-Month Contract (initially) | £17.95ph - £20.51ph

Our client, a large international manufacturing organisation based in Wantage, is seeking an experienced Assistant Payroll Manager to join their team on an initial 3-month contract.

This is a hands-on role supporting the delivery of an accurate and efficient payroll service within a busy, fast-paced environment. Working closely with the Payroll Manager, you'll play a key role in payroll processing, compliance, employee query resolution, and day-to-day payroll operations.

Key responsibilities

  • Supporting end-to-end payroll processing
  • Managing salary changes, overtime, bonuses, and deductions
  • Resolving payroll queries and discrepancies
  • Assisting with HMRC compliance, RTI submissions, and year-end activities
  • Preparing payroll reports, reconciliations, and variance analysis
  • Supporting and guiding payroll team members

Key skills required

  • Previous UK payroll experience is essential
  • Strong knowledge of UK payroll legislation and HMRC requirements
  • Experience with payroll systems such as ADP, Workday, Sage, SAP, or similar
  • Strong Excel and data management skills
  • Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving abilities
  • The ability to work effectively to tight deadlines

This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established global business and make an immediate impact within a supportive payroll team. Initially a 3-month period to support a busy period within the business but could be extended to a longer period and possibly made permanent.

Apply now for immediate consideration or get in touch for further information - [email protected] / 07918 459 322

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Butler Rose is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.
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£17.95 - £20.51
Per hour
GBP17.95 - GBP20.51 per hour

Wantage, England, United Kingdom

Temporary

Added 24/06/2026
Reference: 26074_1782314729

Assistant Payroll Manager

Wantage
Temporary

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