Payroll & System Administrator - PART TIME

Rhenus Group; Manchester; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 26,000; Part time

Job summary

Rhenus Group is recruiting a Payroll and Systems Administrator on a part-time basis in Manchester. The role focuses on payroll processing, maintaining accurate data, and supporting system development, with analytical tasks and administrative support across the HR team.

You will collaborate with third parties to ensure regulatory compliance, assist with month-end payroll, and manage central inboxes while working three days per week (12–15 hours).

Qualifications

• Payroll processing experience required.
• Must 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.

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

Accuracy

Written communication

Verbal communication

Data analytics

Independent working

Data presentation

Organisational skills

Tools

Excel

Job description

What You Can Expect:

We are recruiting for a Payroll and Systems Administrator - Part time.

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

Working three days per week - Monday to Wednesday 12-15 hours per week 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