Director of Payroll Services

Director Of Payroll Services

Department: Payroll

• Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: City, London

• Compensation: £92,000 - £120,000 / year

Description

Moore Kingston Smith has been helping clients build their businesses for 100 years. As chartered accountants and business advisers, we work with clients to understand their potential and ambitions and provide the information and support they need to achieve them.  Part of our offering is to provide comprehensive business support services, including a full payroll bureau service and expert HR consultancy to SMEs across the UK. We believe in investing in our people to provide the best possible service to our clients.  We're a team that thrives on collaboration, working together to achieve exceptional results. We are shaping the future of payroll and HR services through our relentless focus on our people, our clients, and intelligent innovation, fostering collaboration for sustainable success.

Key Responsibilities

The Director of Payroll is a key leadership role responsible for the overall strategic direction and financial performance of our payroll department. Leading a team of 40 payroll professionals, the Director will oversee all aspects of payroll processing for our 1,500 clients, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with all applicable legislation. 

This role drives the growth and development of the service area, with a focus on expanding the client base, increasing the current revenue of £3.5 million by a 20% annual growth rate, and maximising profitability. The Director will champion continuous improvement initiatives, foster a culture of client-centric service, and promote innovation to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of the department.

Please review the attached job description for further information on key responsibilities.

Skills, Knowledge & Expertise

The ideal candidate for the Director of Payroll Services role is a highly accomplished and strategic leader with a proven track record in the payroll industry. They will possess a deep understanding of UK payroll legislation, a strong commercial acumen, and the ability to drive both operational excellence and business growth. This individual is an inspiring leader who can build and develop a high-performing team while championing a culture of continuous improvement and exceptional client service.

Please review the attached job description for further information on skills, knowledge and expertise.