Abbey Logistics are looking for an experienced and detail-driven Payroll Manager to join our dynamic team. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in managing and improving our payroll processes across a busy, fast‑paced logistics business.
As a leading UK bulk logistics provider, we pride ourselves on our people‑focused culture and commitment to delivering excellence for both our customers and employees. You’ll be responsible for ensuring accurate and timely payroll delivery, maintaining compliance, and supporting the HR and finance teams with payroll reporting and continuous improvement initiatives.
Main Duties
* Payroll Operations: Manage end‑to‑end processing of multiple weekly and monthly payrolls (approx. 600+ employees), ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timeliness. Oversee the integration between HR, timekeeping, and payroll systems (ADP) to ensure smooth data flow.
* System Ownership (ADP): Act as the system owner and key contact for ADP payroll. Maintain and improve system configurations, workflows, and reporting. Identify and implement system enhancements to automate manual tasks and improve efficiency.
* Process Improvement & Compliance: Develop and document clear payroll procedures and controls. Monitor changes in legislation and ensure payroll processes remain compliant. Partner with HR and Finance to streamline cross‑departmental processes and reporting.
* Reporting & Analytics: Produce payroll‑related financial reports, cost analysis, and headcount data to support business decision‑making. Provide insights on labour costs, overtime trends, and other KPIs.
* Lead, mentor, and develop a small payroll team (currently 2). Conduct regular 1:1s, performance reviews, and development planning. Encourage a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous learning.
* Stakeholder Management: Build strong working relationships with HR, Finance, and operational managers. Support HR with wage reviews and pay benchmarking exercises. Liaise with external bodies such as HMRC, auditors, and pension providers.
* Audit & Year‑End: Oversee payroll year‑end activities, including P11Ds, PSAs, and audits. Ensure accurate statutory submissions and reconciliation of all payroll accounts.
Experience
* Minimum 5 years of payroll experience, including team leadership.
* Strong understanding of UK payroll legislation, tax, and pensions.
* Proven experience using and managing ADP payroll systems (desirable or similar).
* Strong Excel and analytical skills.
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to explain payroll matters to non‑payroll stakeholders.
* Continuous improvement mindset – seeks out and drives efficiencies.
Qualifications
* Payroll Qualification – CIPP Level 3 (essential).
The Role
* Monday – Friday
* Office based – Lowton
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