We’re hiring a Payroll Manager

Ridgefield Consulting is an independent firm of Chartered Accountants based in central Oxford, with a sister firm, Kench & Co based in Henley-upon-Thames. The Payroll Manager will have the option to be based at either firm, across both, as well as discuss hybrid working from home.

About the role:

• Be the main contact regarding all payroll queries for a range of clients
• Prepare clients’ weekly, fortnightly, monthly, quarterly and annual PAYE and pension in a consistently timely and accurate manner
• Process CIS and off-payroll worker payrolls
• Liaise with HMRC for PAYE queries
• Advise clients on legislation that impacts PAYE
• Confirm to RTI regulations for online submittal of FPS and EPS in conjunction with clients
• Electronic filing using payroll software and HMRC website
• Submission of P11D

Your required knowledge:

• In-depth Payroll knowledge including Furlough, statutory rates, year-end procedures and specialist payrolls such as directors payroll etc.
• Knowledge of Auto re-enrolment requirements including declarations
• Working knowledge of benefits in kind
• Experience and understanding of software including Moneysoft, Earnie and Xero
• Understanding of GDPR

About you:

• Excels at working autonomously, can rely on own initiative and is self-motivated
• Professional with excellent telephone manner and strong written English skills to liaise and build relationships with clients
• Accurate and thorough in checking own work before submitting to clients
• Able to train junior members of staff
• Self-sufficient when needing to find answers
• Excellent time management skills

Additional benefits:

• Workplace pension
• Onsite parking
• Flexible working
• Christmas office closure
• 25 days annual leave
• Professional fees paid for by the company

We are offering a salary of £25,000 – £30,000 depending on skills and experience. Please apply by submitting a coverletter and CV to [email protected]