Payroll Manager – Join a Rapidly Growing Dental Group | Riverdale Healthcare Location: Support Office (with flexibility to work remotely) Department: Finance Reporting To: Finance Director Salary: £ 40,000-£50,000 depending on experience Contract type: Fixed term 6-12 months Are you a payroll professional looking to make your mark in a fast-paced, high-growth environment? Riverdale Healthcare, a private equity-backed dental group with over 60 practices across the UK, is seeking a Payroll Manager to lead and evolve our payroll function. As we continue our ambitious growth journey, this is your opportunity to join a dynamic and forward-thinking finance team, helping to shape a best-in-class payroll operation that supports over 1,000 employees across the group. About Us: Riverdale Healthcare is a progressive dental group delivering high-quality NHS and private dental care. With exciting expansion plans, we combine clinical excellence with operational efficiency – all underpinned by a strong focus on ethical practice and patient care. What You’ll Be Doing: As Payroll Manager, you will play a pivotal role in delivering accurate and timely payroll services across multiple entities. You’ll be a key partner to the Finance Director, driving process improvements, supporting strategic decisions, and ensuring our people are paid correctly and compliantly. Key Responsibilities Include: Managing the end-to-end payroll process across multiple sites Ensuring timely and accurate submissions to HMRC, pension providers, and employees Preparing and presenting payroll reports to senior leadership Collaborating with HR on pay reviews, benefits, and compliance Conducting regular payroll reviews with Area Managers to support financial planning Leading pension scheme administration and staying ahead of legislative changes Overseeing journal postings, reconciliations, and month-end payroll processes Supporting budgeting, forecasting, and ad-hoc financial analysis Maintaining strong documentation and audit compliance Pay And Rewards: £40,000-£50,000 depending on experience Hybrid working model, offering flexibility between home and office environments. Generous holiday allowance of 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays. 40-hour working week with flexibility to accommodate personal commitments. Opportunities for personal and professional development, supported by our internal team and training initiatives. Access to fantastic high street discounts Continuous development- we're keen to see you succeed and will support you with the development you require an desire Access to our Employee Assistance Programme, available 24/7 for health and wellbeing support. What We’re Looking For: Ideally an immediate starter/short notice 3 years of payroll experience, ideally within a multi-entity environment Proficiency in Xero and strong Excel skills A solid understanding of UK payroll legislation and best practices Experience working with HR/payroll systems and ensuring data integrity Detail-focused, highly organised, and confident handling deadlines A proactive, solutions-driven approach to continuous improvement Why Join Riverdale Healthcare? Be part of a high-growth, private equity-backed organisation Gain exposure to strategic projects and play a key role in business success Work in a collaborative, supportive team that values innovation and initiative Opportunities for career development and ongoing training support Make a real impact in a company that values transparency and ethical care Apply now to take the next step in your finance career with Riverdale Healthcare — where your skills will make a difference.