Job Title: Assistant Payroll Manager Contract Type: Temporary (3-Month Contract)Location: Gloucester CentreStart Date: May 2025Pay Rate: £20.98 per hourKey Responsibilities• Payroll Processing:Assist teams with processing various payrolls and provide support to ensure BAU processing continuity during absences. Act as a point of escalation for team managers regarding payroll issues.• Timely and Accurate Payroll:Ensure all payroll deadlines are met so that employees are paid accurately and on time in accordance with statutory legislation, employment contracts, and internal audit standards.• Finance Liaison:Collaborate with the Finance department to complete monthly payroll reconciliations and serve as the primary contact for queries.• Regulation and Compliance:Stay updated on relevant regulations and legislation. Evaluate the impact of any changes and update the wider team and internal policies and processes accordingly.• Continuous Improvement:Proactively identify and implement improvements across payroll processes to enhance efficiency and accuracy.• Audit Support:Assist with internal and external audits, ensuring all requests are handled in a timely and professional manner.• Reporting and Documentation:Support the preparation of data for Board reports and KPIs, ensuring data is clear, useful, and accessible. Maintain up-to-date process documentation for internal use and employee guides.• Team Development:Coach and develop other members of the payroll team to help them excel ..... full job details .....