Payroll & System Administrator

Rhenus Logistics; Manchester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company Pension Scheme

Continuous Training

Exclusive Discounts

Free Parking

Health & Sports

Holiday Bonus

Job summary

Rhenus Logistics in Manchester is seeking a Payroll and Systems Administrator to support payroll processing, manage data accuracy, and maintain various HR systems critical to operations.

You will liaise with third parties to ensure regulatory compliance, assist with month-end payroll cycles, and provide analytical and administrative support to help drive HR projects and value across the business unit. The role requires proactive, independent work and a strong eye for detail.

Qualifications

• Payroll processing experience required.
• Must demonstrate a high degree of accuracy.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Competent with Excel and strong data analytics.
• Proactive and innovative with ability to work independently.
• Able to analyse and present data.
• Organised in approach and execution.

Responsibilities

• To assist in the management and development and upkeep of various systems
• To ensure that data is maintained with accuracy at all times
• To support with payroll processing
• To liaise with third parties to ensure regulatory requirements are met
• To understand and assist with the month end payroll cycle
• To provide administrative support across the team
• To provide analytical and administrative support to assist in driving projects and initiatives forwards
• Any other tasks deemed commensurate with supporting the HR team to assist in adding value to the business units it supports
• To assist in the management of central inboxes

Skills

Payroll processing

Data accuracy

Excel

Data analysis

Communication

Independence

Data presentation

Organisation

Job description

Your Benefits

Company Pension Scheme Our enhanced pension scheme helps you plan for a secure future, with greater contributions to boost your retirement savings and give you peace of mind.

Continuous Training Sharpen your skills and advance your expertise with ongoing development and access to our on-demand learning portal One Rhenus.

Exclusive Discounts Access to our discount portal to save money on your everyday spending, holidays, fitness & leisure.

Free Parking For convenience and peace of mind. We also offer all employees the ability to improve their health and spread the cost with a bike purchase through our cycle-to-work scheme.

Health & Sports Our Employee Assistance Programme provides 24/7 confidential support for any mental, physical, financial, or personal challenges. It includes a hotline, personalised counselling, and a wealth of online resources to help you navigate life's ups and downs.

Holiday Bonus Enhanced holiday entitlement with the ability to flex your holiday entitlement further with our buy and sell scheme.

Job Description

What you can expect

We are recruiting for a Payroll and Systems Administrator

At Rhenus, we believe everyone plays a crucial role. Whether you’re driving a truck, managing inventory or handling customer enquiries, your actions drive our success. We value practical solutions and quick decisions, empowering you to take ownership and make a difference.

Recognised as a top employer, and united by a common goal, we are committed to fostering a workplace culture that encourages entrepreneurial spirit and continued growth and excellence.

The future isn’t just built by the company – it’s shaped by each of us, working together. Join our Rhenus community to make an impact and grow alongside a team of passionate people who are dedicated to making a difference.

#empoweredbyyou

The main duties of this role are:

• To assist in the management and development and upkeep of various systems
• To ensure that data is maintained with accuracy at all times
• To support with payroll processing
• To liaise with third parties to ensure regulatory requirements are met
• To understand and assist with the month end payroll cycle
• To provide administrative support across the team
• To provide analytical and administrative support to assist in driving projects and initiatives forwards
• Any other tasks deemed commensurate with supporting the HR team to assist in adding value to the business units it supports
• To assist in the management of central inboxes

What you bring

• Payroll processing experience required
• Must be able to demonstrate a high degree of accuracy
• Must demonstrate excellent written and verbal communication
• Must be competent with excel and have strong data analytical skills
• Must be proactive and innovative in approach, with an ability to work independently
• Must be able to analyse and appropriately present data
• Must be able to work in an organised manner