Senior Payroll Administrator

Senior Payroll Administrator (fixed-term 12 months contract)

Lithia UK, Remote

Competitive salary, pension, critical illness, life assurance, 33 days holiday (including bank holidays), exclusive company discounts on used car purchases, and aftersales services 

At Lithia UK, we’re on an exciting journey to modernise and elevate how we support our people – and our move to Workday is a big part of that. We’re now looking for a Senior Payroll Administrator to join our People Services team and help us ensure our team members across the UK are paid accurately, on time, and with exceptional service.

This is a great opportunity for an experienced payroll professional to step into a leadership role, heading up a team of three administrators and supporting the Payroll Manager. 

Your Journey as a Senior Payroll Administrator:

• Leading and supporting a team of Payroll Administrators with the day-to-day running of a high-volume monthly payroll
• Reviewing and overseeing the completion of daily payroll tasks to ensure compliance with internal deadlines and statutory requirements
• Handling complex payroll queries and offering expert guidance to both your team and the wider business
• Preparing BACS and third-party reconciliations for approval, and transmitting payrolls through the BACS system
• Ensuring payroll processes are fully documented, up to date, and in line with best practice and legislative changes
• Managing the overpayments process and overseeing HMRC reconciliation and submissions
• Producing accurate data reports, payroll statistics and insight for senior stakeholders
• Playing an active role in continuous improvement – reviewing and enhancing current processes to drive efficiency and accuracy

Are You Ready to Embrace the Challenge? We’re looking for someone who has:

• At least 3 years of payroll experience, ideally with time spent in a senior-level position supporting team development and process improvement
• Solid understanding of P11D requirements, with hands-on experience in preparing and processing P11Ds accurately and in line with HMRC guidelines
• Proven experience running complex, high-volume payrolls and leading small teams
• Proven track record of managing complex, high-volume payrolls with accuracy, while successfully leading and mentoring a small team to deliver results
• Hands-on experience with ResourceLink and/or SAP payroll systems, with the confidence to navigate and optimise these platforms in a fast-paced payroll environment
• Confident using Microsoft Office, especially Excel – with a sharp eye for detail and the ability to produce clear, accurate reports that support decision-making across the business
• Thrives in a fast-paced environment where every day is different – able to juggle multiple priorities with confidence, stay calm under pressure, and deliver accurate results on time, every time

Why Lithia UK?

• Enjoy 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays), giving you more time to relax, recharge, and do what you love
• Celebrate your special day with an extra day off on your birthday
• Our industry-leading Family Leave Policies ensure you’re supported when it matters most
• Take a paid day to volunteer and give back to a cause close to your heart
• We believe in recognising dedication and loyalty, that’s why we celebrate long service milestone anniversaries
• Unlock your potential with tailored training and endless career growth opportunities
• Commute for less with our cycle to work scheme 
• Access high street discounts to make the everyday a little more rewarding
• Know someone perfect for Lithia UK? Earn rewards through our internal referral scheme

At Lithia UK, our growth is powered by our people: 

As one of the largest automotive retailers globally, we’re passionate about transforming the future of personal transportation and setting new standards for exceptional customer experiences. Our values—Earn Customers for Life, Improve Constantly, Take Personal Ownership, and Have Fun!—fuel everything we do. Join us, and you’ll be part of a team that embraces innovation, champions personal growth, and celebrates success together. If you're ready to make an impact in an environment that empowers you to drive change, we’d love to have you with us on this journey.