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Jules Bishop

Largs,United Kingdom

Summary

Detail-oriented and experienced payroll professional with a background in end-to-end payroll operations, system implementation, and staff training. Over 10 years of payroll experience, including leading a regional rollout of a computerised payroll system for Asda and a strong foundation in finance through a Bachelor's degree in Accountancy. Adept at learning new systems quickly and maintaining compliance with evolving payroll legislation. Highly organised, accurate, and collaborative, with strong communication skills and a passion for delivering efficient, people-focused payroll services.

Overview

31
31
years of professional experience

Work History

Regional Payroll Trainer

Asda Stores Ltd
Scotland, North Ayrshire
11.1995 - 10.1996

Responsibilities:

  • Supported transition from manual clock-card payroll to digital systems to simply the payroll process
  • Delivered regional training to implement new computerised payroll systems across Central Scotland
  • Trained HR and management staff; stores achieved full independence with minimal retraining.

HR and Payroll Assistant

Asda Stores Ltd
Irvine, North Ayrshire
01.1994 - 06.2000

Responsibilities:

  • Calculated & Processed weekly payroll, for 300+ staff both when a manual clock card system and then by computerised system
  • Completed assigned tasks within set deadlines, demonstrating strong time management skills.
  • Maintained payroll accuracy and resolved colleague queries.
  • Supported HR records, compliance, and audits.
  • Maintained confidentiality of sensitive data, promoting a trusting environment.

Assistant Accountant

Hawk Business Services
Kilwinning, North Ayrshire
06.2000 - 03.2004

Responsibilities:

  • Produced management & financial accounts, forecasts, and reconciliations
  • Managed all HR and end-to-end payroll including all monthly & year-end requirements for several companies
  • Produced financial reports and P&L statements.


Administrative officer

Lagoon Leisure Centre
Paisley, Renfrewshire
03.2004 - 06.2006

Responsibilities

  • Provided high-level admin support including payroll reporting and management account preparation.
  • Produced accurate documents, spreadsheets, and monthly reports.

Meditation Teacher

Cozy Nook
Palolem/Goa, India
09.2006 - 09.2009
  • Taught Meditation Classes
  • Managed bookings and customer queries

Yoga Retreat Manager

Om Yoga Retreat, India
Palolem, Goa
01.2010 - 12.2016
  • Managed staff, budgets, inventory, and guest experience.
  • Oversaw operations, staff training, and purchasing.

Part Time - Front of House

Nardini at The Moorings
Largs, North Ayrshire
06.2023 - 05.2025
  • Provided excellent service in high-volume environment.
  • Processed payments and maintained food safety standards.

Part Time - Business Administrator

Self Employed at LK Health and Beauty
Largs, North Ayrshire
01.2017 - 05.2025
  • Manage bookings, payments, and client communications.
  • Oversee banking, reconciliation, and inventory.
  • Have a small holistic therapy practise hiring a room 2 days a week from the owner of LK Health and Beauty

Education

Bachelor of Accounting - Accountancy

University of Paisley
Paisley, Renfrewshire

Skills

  • Payroll legislation & statutory compliance
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Payroll system implementation
  • Team training and development
  • SAP-ready and adaptable to new systems
  • Reconciliations and reporting
  • Customer and stakeholder communication
  • Financial accuracy and data integrity

Timeline

Part Time - Front of House

Nardini at The Moorings
06.2023 - 05.2025

Part Time - Business Administrator

Self Employed at LK Health and Beauty
01.2017 - 05.2025

Yoga Retreat Manager

Om Yoga Retreat, India
01.2010 - 12.2016

Meditation Teacher

Cozy Nook
09.2006 - 09.2009

Administrative officer

Lagoon Leisure Centre
03.2004 - 06.2006

Assistant Accountant

Hawk Business Services
06.2000 - 03.2004

Regional Payroll Trainer

Asda Stores Ltd
11.1995 - 10.1996

HR and Payroll Assistant

Asda Stores Ltd
01.1994 - 06.2000

Bachelor of Accounting - Accountancy

University of Paisley
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