Interim Payroll Manager - ADP

An experienced Payroll Manager is required on an interim basis to take ownership of the end-to-end payroll function for a business based in Teddington. This is a hands-on role for someone who can hit the ground running on ADP following a system migration, ensuring accurate and compliant payroll delivery while providing cover/support through a period of transition. Ideal for an immediately available or short-notice payroll professional comfortable working autonomously from day one.

Responsibilities

Process end-to-end monthly payroll using ADP for the full employee population; Manage starters, leavers, salary changes, and benefits amendments; Ensure full compliance with PAYE, NIC, pension auto-enrolment, and statutory payments (SSP, SMP, SPP etc.); Reconcile payroll reports and resolve discrepancies prior to submission; Act as first point of contact for payroll queries from employees and managers; Liaise with HR and Finance to ensure accurate data flow into payroll; Produce month-end payroll reporting and journals for the finance team; Support year-end payroll processes (P60s, P11Ds if applicable); Identify and flag any process improvements or risk areas during the assignment

Requirements

Proven experience as a Payroll Manager or senior Payroll Specialist; Strong hands-on experience running payroll through ADP; Solid working knowledge of UK payroll legislation and statutory requirements; Immediately available or on a short notice period; Confident working independently in a standalone or lean payroll function; Comfortable managing full payroll cycle without close supervision

Nice to have

Experience covering a business during a transition, system change, or interim gap; CIPP qualification (or working towards); Experience with pension providers and auto-enrolment processes