Emea Payroll Specialist

Job Description: EMEA Payroll Specialist x2

[one of (or more): French, Italian, German, Spanish Payroll expertise is a must have]

The Role:

The Payroll Specialist, specialising in French payroll, is an integral part of a dynamic team responsible for managing 62 payrolls across 26 countries in the EMEA region. Utilising CloudPay (also ADP and TMF) in an outsourced environment, the specialist ensures accurate and timely payroll processing for our French employee population as a priority. The Payroll Specialist will also have a responsibility for other EMEA countries.

Key responsibilities include:

• Acting as an SME for the supporting countries. Utilises keen learning abilities to stay updated on regulations and requirements for each supported country.
• Demonstrates a proactive, can-do attitude in providing expertise and guidance to ensure compliance and accuracy.
• Thrives in challenging situations by maintaining composure and efficiency during payroll processing, especially in high-pressure scenarios.
• Exhibits meticulous attention to detail to ensure accuracy in payroll calculations and data entry.
• Collaborating closely with People Partners, People Service Centre, Compensation, and Total Rewards teams to ensure precise and punctual payroll processing.
• Maintaining compliance with payroll accounting standards. Acts as a problem solver, identifying and resolving discrepancies in payroll accounting processes to ensure compliance with standards.
• Works closely with Finance and business unit teams, utilizing problem-solving skills to reconcile payroll accounts accurately.
• Conducting meticulous reconciliations of each payroll, verifying data integrity against previous monthly records.
• Managing all payroll tax reporting, filing and payment obligations with statutory authorities in relevant countries.
• Demonstrates customer excellence by ensuring timely and accurate payroll tax reporting and payments, maintaining compliance with statutory authorities.
• Takes ownership of tax-related queries, providing comprehensive support and solutions to stakeholders.
• Creating and enforcing payroll timetables to ensure adherence by payroll providers.
• Ensuring data integrity across all payroll systems and facilitating timely and accurate reporting of equity income in accordance with regional laws.
• Assisting Internal and External Audit processes, ensuring payroll compliance with audit procedures.
• Taking ownership of all relevant payroll queries from employees and various stakeholders.
• Demonstrates a proactive, customer-centric approach to addressing payroll queries, ensuring timely resolution and excellent service delivery.
• Utilises strong communication and problem-solving skills to understand and resolve queries effectively, building trust and confidence among stakeholders.
• Undertaking any additional duties essential to the role's performance.

Work Location:

25 Ropemaker Street, London.

We currently operate a hybrid model with 2 days in the office and 3 from home, however this could be flexible for the right candidate.

Required Skills:

• Extensive Direct Payroll Experience in Large Corporate Environment: Demonstrates a history of successfully managing payroll operations within a large corporate setting, showcasing proficiency in handling complex payroll tasks and processes. Exhibits a proactive and adaptable approach to managing payroll functions efficiently and accurately.
• Experience Operating in an Outsourced Payroll Environment: Possesses hands-on experience working within an outsourced payroll model, showcasing the ability to effectively collaborate with external vendors and manage payroll processes remotely. Demonstrates proficiency in navigating the nuances and challenges of outsourced payroll operations to ensure seamless execution and compliance.
• Strong Knowledge of EMEA Payroll Practices and Requirements: Shows an in-depth understanding of payroll practices, regulations, and compliance requirements across the EMEA region.
• Proactive Can-Do Attitude: Demonstrates a proactive approach to tasks and challenges, consistently striving to exceed expectations.

Exhibits a positive mindset and eagerness to tackle new projects and responsibilities.

• Keen Learner: Possesses a strong desire for continuous learning and professional development.

Quickly adapts to new technologies, processes, and industry standards to enhance skills and knowledge.

• Thrives in Challenging Situations: Excels in high-pressure environments, maintaining composure and focus to deliver results.

Demonstrates resilience and resourcefulness when faced with complex or unexpected challenges.

• Problem Solver: Utilises a systematic approach to identify and resolve issues efficiently.

Exhibits a keen eye for detail and analytical thinking to address root causes and prevent future problems.

• Customer Excellence: Prioritises customer satisfaction by delivering high-quality service and support.

Communicates effectively with stakeholders to understand their needs and provide timely solutions.

• Team Collaboration: Works collaboratively with team members and cross-functional partners to achieve common goals.

Actively contributes ideas and expertise to foster a supportive and productive team environment.

• Adaptability: Demonstrates flexibility and adaptability to navigate changing priorities and requirements.

Quickly adjusts to new processes, technologies, and organizational dynamics to maintain effectiveness.

• Attention to Detail: Pays meticulous attention to detail to ensure accuracy and precision in all tasks and deliverables.