Payroll Manager

South Thames College, now incorporating Merton College, is South London’s largest provider of post-16 education and training. Recently judged “good” by Ofsted, the College has already made significant progress towards becoming outstanding. Major investment in the redevelopment of the college’s main sites at Wandsworth and Merton has resulted in first class facilities, unmatched in the region, which we believe our learners deserve.
 
We are looking for ambitious individuals who share our commitment to excellence and who look forward to being part of a dynamic team working together to achieve our vision of building an outstanding and inclusive college.
 
Payroll Manager
 
Salary: £36,159 to £37,931 p.a. inc. London weighting
Spine Point: PO3
Job Ref: J1128
 
We are looking to recruit a Payroll Manager to administer the payroll and pensions function for around 1,000 employees. Reporting to the Head of Finance and managing one Payroll Assistant, you will be responsible for providing a comprehensive and efficient service to College staff, external agencies and the payroll bureau.
 
The successful candidate will be an experienced payroll manager who will be able to hit the ground running. They will understand the payroll process from start to finish, be able to produce accurate year end returns and be able to develop effective working relationships with other College departments. The College uses CMG as its payroll software and the successful candidate will either have experience of this system or be confident that you can quickly get competent in its use. The candidate will also have an understanding of accounting processes and be able to work closely with Finance staff to improve the recording and reporting of payroll transactions. Experience of pension’s administration, in particular Teachers’ Pension and Local Government Pension schemes, is highly desirable.
 
The benefits package includes generous annual leave, final salary pension, subsidised sports facilities and professional development and training.
 
Closing date for the return of completed applications is Friday, 2nd July 2010.
Interviews will be held in July.
 
Please note CVs are not accepted.
 
South Thames College is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults.