• Job Title: Deputy Head of Payroll and Benefits
  • Contract Type: Permanent
  • Location: Birmingham, West Midlands
  • Job Base: Hybrid
  • Salary: £75000 - £80000 per annum
  • Reference: V-125374
  • Contact Email: farnham@sammons.co.uk
  • Contact Phone: 01252 727887
  • Job Published: 10/04/2026 16:07

Job Description

Deputy Head of Payroll and Benefits

Birmingham, West Midlands | £75000 - £80000 per annum | Posted 10 days ago

We are seeking a detail-oriented and organised Deputy Payroll Manager to join our client's human resources team. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing payroll processes accurately and efficiently, ensuring compliance with company policies and legal requirements. This role offers an excellent opportunity to utilise your expertise in payroll systems and accounting software within a dynamic organisational environment.

Duties

  • Administer the end-to-end payroll process using systems.
  • Ensure accurate data entry related to employee hours, deductions, and benefits.
  • Manage accounts payable related to payroll, including processing employee reimbursements and vendor payments.
  • Reconcile payroll reports and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner.
  • Maintain confidentiality of sensitive employee information at all times.
  • Prepare detailed payroll analysis reports for management review.
  • Collaborate with human resources to ensure employee records are current and compliant with legal standards.
  • Assist with audits related to payroll and employee compensation.
Skills
  • Proven experience working with payroll systems.
  • Strong data entry skills with high accuracy levels.
  • Excellent analysis skills to interpret payroll data and resolve discrepancies efficiently.
  • Solid understanding of human resources principles related to payroll administration.
  • Organised with the ability to manage multiple priorities within strict deadlines.
  • Effective communication skills to liaise across departments and external vendors.
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Birmingham B5 6SE


Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Birmingham (West Midlands)

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