Part‑Time Payroll Manager / Controller
Hours: Around 2.5 to 3.5 days per week (or 20–28 hours), flexible across full days or shorter days.
About the Firm
You will join a professional and dynamic accounting practice based in Guildford. They have modern offices, offer hybrid working and flexible working hours, plus good benefits and parking.
Core Duties
Process full payroll runs: salaries, bonuses, deductions, pensions, statutory pay, and payslips.
- Ensure compliance with UK payroll rules—PAYE/NICs, pensions, reporting (RTI, P60s, P45s etc
- Reconcile payroll data, resolve discrepancies.
- Answer payroll-related questions promptly.
- Suggest improvements to make payroll smoother and be involved in any systems upgrades
Experience Required
- Payroll experience - preferably within an accounting firm, legal practice or payroll bureau
- Comfortable using payroll software (e.g. Sage, IRIS, BrightPay) and proficient in Excel.
- Solid understanding of payroll laws and HMRC guidance.
- Highly organised and detail-focused - accuracy matters.
- Used to handling sensitive payroll data.
- A clear communicator who can explain payroll details simply to clients.
Why You’ll Enjoy It
- A competitive salary
- Flexible hours: work around the equivalent of three days per week with hours that suit your lifestyle
- Opportunity to continue learning and develop payroll skills
- Hybrid working
- Plenty of benefits to include staff parking
How to Apply
Please send your CV, with a brief note covering:
- Payroll software you’ve worked with
- How many days or hours you would like to work
- Key highlights of your payroll experience
Fletcher George is an accountancy and finance recruitment agency, acting as an employment agency. We aim to reply to all successful applicants within a 48-hour time scale.