Full job descriptionPortfolio Payroll are recruiting on behalf of a leading accountancy practice who are seeking an experienced Assistant Payroll Manager to support the continued growth of their Preston payroll function. This is a people-focused role where you’ll play a key part in shaping team development, strengthening client relationships, and ensuring the smooth delivery of multi-frequency payrolls.


Role Overview
*Overseeing day-to-day payroll operations across a varied client base.
*Ensuring weekly, bi-weekly and monthly payrolls run accurately and on schedule.
*Reviewing payroll inputs to ensure completeness and compliance.
*Spotting opportunities to enhance and promote payroll services to clients and intermediaries.
*Staying up to date with payroll and industry changes, sharing updates with clients and colleagues.
*Delegating work, reviewing outputs, coaching junior team members and supporting appraisals, billing and workflow management.




Experience & Qualifications
*CIPP Foundation qualification
*Strong technical payroll knowledge across multiple frequencies
*Confident communicator with a collaborative, supportive leadership style
*Ability to build strong relationships with clients and internal teams
*Comfortable identifying improvements and driving service quality


What’s on Offer
*Salary Up to £40,000
*Hybrid working
*Generous annual leave
*Competitive salary package
*Recognition awards and performance bonuses
*Clear progression pathways and structured development support


If this role sounds of interest, please apply directly or call Lidya on to discuss the role further.






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The Portfolio Group are acting on behalf of our client in recruiting for this position.