Payroll Team Manager

Payroll Manager

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12 Month Contract
Based: Preston
Hourly Rate: £27.19 PAYE OR £36.51 umbrella inside IR35
37 Hours per week
Hybrid
37 hours per week

Overview
his is a key leadership role where you will inspire and lead a team of payroll professionals responsible for delivering high-volume, high-value monthly payrolls with accuracy and excellence.
You will play a critical role in ensuring outstanding service delivery, driving continuous improvement, and supporting key business and payroll transformation projects.

Responsibilities
Lead and manage team performance against SLAs and KPIs, ensuring payrolls are delivered accurately and on time
Monitor and analyse quality metrics, providing insight and recommendations
Oversee payroll audits and reviews (internal and external)
Manage finance reconciliation activities and ensure timely resolution of outstanding items
Ensure accurate and timely BACS payments, FPS submissions, and full payroll cycle completion
Investigate payroll issues end-to-end, including root cause analysis and preventative actions
Support year-end payroll processes and submissions

Skills & Experience
Extensive payroll experience, ideally within a shared services environment
Strong knowledge of UK payroll legislation and regulatory requirements
Experience analysing payroll data to identify issues and drive solutions
Familiarity with ResourceLink or similar payroll systems (desirable)
Proven ability to manage complex or sensitive situations effectively
About BAE:
BAE Systems is a leading global defence, aerospace, and security company. They're experts in delivering advanced solutions for air, land, and naval forces, as well as commercial aerospace and cyber security. Known for its commitment to innovation and excellence, BAE Systems offers exciting career opportunities for those looking to make a significant impact in cutting-edge technology and defence sectors. xwzovoh

Inclusion statement
Outsource UK is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. You'll receive consideration for your application without regard to race, religion or belief, gender identity or expression, sex, sexual orientation, disability, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, or age.