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We are looking for a strong technical international Payroll Manager covering our EMEA region within Unity – over 600 employees in 7 employing country entities, with 8 payrolls.  The Payroll Manager will be part of the EMEA HR Operations team, and the wider Global HR team, where we pride ourselves in working collaboratively, and we prioritise “making it easy to work at Unity”.  You will be a superb team player with a high level of customer service and integrity at your core.

This role will manage and implement all payroll activities within our EMEA region, working closely with our internal stakeholders (our employees, HR, Finance, IT) and external stakeholders (payroll service providers, benefit brokers, government agencies etc), to ensure that all our employees are paid accurately and on time every month.

What’s in it for you

  • Full ownership of the payroll process for our European operations
  • Work with our HRIS team to ensure our HR system (Workday) provides the right information in the best way for monthly payroll integration and reporting
  • Drive forwards and spearhead the automation of processes where possible
  • Review, analyse and improve the current payroll process, benefits (related to payroll) and tax procedures
  • Ensure full compliance with each countries regulations
  • Ensure a fully documented payroll process for each payroll, in granular detail including onboarding, termination, merit (salary review), changes processes
  • Ensure that HR data is delivered in a timely manner to our payroll service provider for 7 countries with a high degree of accuracy
  • Manage the relationship with our payroll service provider, including the payroll timetable
  • Full and thorough QA and auditing of draft payroll reports from Payroll provider
  • Responsible for presenting draft payroll files to HR Operations Manager and Finance Director for approval on monthly basis, including highlighting key variations and enabling spot checks of data
  • Create and maintain strong relationships with all stakeholders, including partnering with our finance team for reconciliation of payroll related accounts
  • Responsible for maintaining secure and accurate filing of payroll reports for audit purpose
  • Establish and monitor key payroll SLAs, including query response rate, error rate, payslip delivery etc.
  • Manage all employee payroll queries and communication, including the EMEA payroll inbox and Slack channels
  • Ensure timely settlement of withholdings with local tax authorities

What does it take

  • 5-7 years of experience working with outsourced payroll
  • Multi-country payroll experience, including Denmark, Finland and UK at a minimum – Sweden, France, Lithuania, Germany as a bonus
  • Working knowledge of the employment landscape in the countries mentioned above
  • Experience of HRIS and it’s integration with payroll, ideally Workday
  • Bachelor’s degree in HR, finance or related discipline
  • General knowledge of Payroll laws and regulations
  • High level of attention to detail proven ability to maintain a high degree of confidentiality
  • Experience setting up new country payrolls (nice to have)
  • Able to work in a fast-paced, high-volume environment in a geographically dispersed team
  • Having a sense of immediacy in attitude, initiative and capability
  • Being able to anticipate situations before they arise
  • Experience with reporting requirements for stock options & RSU transactions
  • Strong Excel and Google Sheet skills
  • Fluent English is essential
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Post:   Payroll Advisor

Hours: 36 per week

Grade: E/F £21,702 – £29,241 per annum

 

A vacancy has arisen in the local authority joint provision payroll service. The successful candidate will be required to act as the primary customer contact point for all payroll and self-service related queries and enquiries providing a customer focused approach. In addition they will be required to resolve payroll related and self-service related queries as required by the Payroll Client Manager  and Team Leader (Business Operations). At the same time using their skills to monitor the inboxes of both the iTrent Payroll Team and iTrent Business Operations Team, ensuring that at all times we provide an efficient, customer focused client operations service, supporting the payroll contractor in administering timely and accurate payroll production.

This is a demanding but very rewarding position within a supportive team who are passionate about delivering a first class customer-focused service to its varied service users.

The ideal candidate will have previous experience in a Payroll Operations environment, combined with excellent IT skills, a keen attention to detail and a customer-focused approach. They should also be able to demonstrate an understanding of payroll and Local Government and/or Teachers Pensions legislation. Previous experience of the iTrent system is desirable. Candidates may be required to undertake the CIPP Payroll Technician Certificate.

Due to the nature of the role, the successful candidate will be expected to work across two sites – Kingston and Sutton, therefore flexibility regarding location is  required.

 

 

Closing date for Applications: 21st September 2018

 

Interview Date: 28th September 2018

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A leading European Bank has a requirement for a Head of Compensation, Benefits & Payroll to join their function based in London.

This Head of Compensation, Benefits & Payroll role requires a very confident communicator/influencer that is not afraid to challenge stakeholders. This role is a mixture of strategic level and day to day responsibilities that include, overseeing and coordinating all annual/global compensation reviews, implementing the compensation policy, benefits vendor management, overseeing the administration of the pensions schemes, overseeing the UK and Expatriate payrolls and signing the reconciliations for the UK and expatriate payrolls.

To be considered for this Head of Compensation, Benefits & Payroll role, applicants must have compensation experience within the financial services sector, have basic knowledge of payroll and pensions, have exposure to non UK  reward practices and strong understanding of financial principles to include balance sheet and budgets.

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Can you manage large-scale payroll delivery in a digitised environment?

At BP we’re striving to meet growing global demand for safe, sustainable and affordable energy. That means creating a more efficient, streamlined business that makes the best possible use of all its resources, including human resources.

We’re evolving every part of our operation to transform the way people connect, work and make time to think. We’re modernizing and simplifying our team and data structures. And our Global HR Services team is at the heart of this new way of working. A global shared services organization, we are the first point of contact for policy and process enquiries. We’re also dedicated to delivering the best possible customer experience.

About the opportunity

Making use of the latest payroll technology means more scope to use your payroll expertise where it’s needed most. You’ll work closely with our payroll service provider to ensure payroll data is prepared and submitted in time. You will also manage investigations into pay discrepancies and provide support for audits and regulatory requests. Your expertise will really come into its own as you monitor payroll data quality and analyse payroll data to generate business insights.

About you

With a background in payroll administration, you’ll have in-depth knowledge of payroll systems, HR systems, and wider Microsoft Office. You will have experience in reporting and manipulating data accurately. You should have an understanding of payroll legislation and calculations. Numerate, analytical and able to multi-task and prioritise in a demanding business environment, you’ll also have all-round commercial awareness. The ability to collaborate and build relationships with others in the business is key.

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Keep advancing your career as you help our business meet the challenges of the future. Apply now.

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An exciting opportunity has arisen to join a leading tech company in London as their Payroll & HR Advisor in their central, modern offices

You will have previous experience of the preparation, collation and checking of payrolls and to be responsible for timely and accurate processing of the payroll,

As a Payroll & HR Advisor you will have a proven background in calculating and processing of deductions including PAYE, Tax, NI, SSP, SMP, statutory and statutory year end returns and submissions

You will also have experience in benefits/rewards, pensions and HR, with a disposition to be involved in adhoc projects

You will need strong strong communication skills ability to work individually and think logically have a strong attention to detail with strong computer and software skills.

This is an exciting time to get involved in an established and successful organisation as a Payroll & HR Advisor so if this sounds like you, apply today!

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A vacancy has arisen for a full time Payroll Assistant in a busy Accountancy Practice situated in Hailsham town centre, East Sussex.  The Payroll Assistant job entails all aspects of our client payrolls on a monthly, four weekly, two weekly and weekly basis including the processing of BACS, Auto-Enrolment and reporting to clients and third parties.

The successful Payroll Assistant should have knowledge and experience in payroll and a strong understanding of payroll legislation.

Attractive salary/rate for the right candidate.

Applications in writing / by email with CV to:
The Staff Partner, Watson Associates, 30-34 North Street, Hailsham, East Sussex BN27 1DW / email [email protected]

or just click the Apply button

About Watson Associates

Watson Associates is built on our founder Partner’s philosophy which, although over 50 years old, is still relevant today – “To take pride in giving the very best personal service to clients but also caring and looking after staff”.

The business has grown and adopted an ambitious plan to lift it from being a 2 partner practice with its roots in the farming community to deal with many other aspects of professional work. Over the last 10 years this has been largely achieved with the firm now having 9 highly respected Directos and 51 staff all operating from 2 offices in defined areas of expertise and providing a broad range of business accountancy and audit services to over 2,800 clients.

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Reward & Performance Specialist- HR – AVP Level – London

My client, a Global Bank looking for a Reward & Performance Specialist – HR AVP level-to join on a permanent basis.

Overall purpose of this role is to supporting the design, engagement and roll-out of Group Reward strategic initiatives. The current book of work is very broad and includes technology, policy and frameworks re-design, process re-engineering and training. Strong project management is vital (the incumbent will have their own portfolio of projects to manage end to end) and have SME accountabilities and divisional relationships

If the role does not seem suitable or the timing is wrong please do let me know if anyone else you know may be suitable/interested – I would of course be happy to pay a referral fee for anyone you recommend who secures the role

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Client: Jackson-Scott Associates

Small practice in Chessington, Surrey require a Payroll Controller to run their payroll bureau.

The job entails;

  • Running and submitting the payrolls either, weekly, monthly or quarterly for approximately 100 clients.
  • Uploading the auto enrolment pension details to the relevant companies when required.
  • Construction Industry Scheme month returns.
  • Actively marketing the payroll function.
  • Dealing with any payroll, NIC, tax code related queries.
  • Any other ad-hoc jobs that may be relevant

This is a full-time position 35 hour a week, 22 days holiday + bank holidays and Pension scheme.

Salary .

Start time would be as soon as possible.

Experience required:

  • Experience of running multiple payrolls
  • IRIS Payroll Professional
  • Dealing with HMRC relating to client queries.
  • Accountancy practice or payroll bureau.
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Overview

The Zoological Society of London (ZSL), a charity founded in 1826, is a world-renowned centre of excellence for conservation science and applied conservation. ZSL’s purpose is to inspire, inform and empower people to stop wild animals from going extinct. With a new strategy about to launch in June 2018, ZSL is just about to embark on a transformational change programme which will see strategic objectives being set for our 200 year anniversary in 2026.

Role Profile

The ZSL Finance Department has transformed from a transactional recording and reporting role to a partnering role within the business. There is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Payroll Administrator to join our Finance team and add increased value to the daily operations throughout the organisation. Reporting to the Payroll Manager you will assist the Payroll unit with monthly payroll preparation, data input, payroll reconciliations and assisting with general payroll administration. In conjunction with the Payroll Manager, it will be the Payroll Administrators responsibility to assist in timely and accurate payment of employee’s pay for the organisation.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with proven payroll experience looking to further develop their career and work in a fun, engaging environment. You will have exposure to a variety of departments within an international organisation. If you have the imagination to not only problem solve but to create new opportunities to support the Payroll unit within ZSL, then we would love to hear from you.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

  • Liaise with HR and Department Manager’s to ensure that all the relevant information in relation to Payroll is received accurately and on time in line with Payroll deadlines.
  • Collate, check and input payroll information ensuring all starters, leavers, changes to employee’s details and changes to pay are actioned correctly. All information should be checked for authorised signatures and appropriate documentation prior to payroll input.
  • Ensure data collection and payroll input of all payroll information such as P45/P46, student loans, court orders, are inputted accurately and on time, checking for errors and omissions.
  • Deal with payroll queries, statement of earnings and other payroll related correspondence.

The successful candidate will ideally:

  • Have prior experience working within a busy payroll office or a similar function either running a payroll or assisting with general payroll administration.
  • Hold a payroll qualification or equivalent level of work experience in a related field.
  • Have experience of engaging with non-payroll business areas and outside organisations, i.e. HMRC.
  • Have an understanding of relevant payroll legislation.
  • Be knowledgeable and a confident user of an integrated HR/Payroll system, preferred experience of iTrent (Midlands HR).
  • Ability to stay calm and work well under pressure.
  • Have excellent attention to detail and numeracy skills.
  • Be highly organised and be excellent at prioritising and multi-tasking (manage a diverse workload and meet strict deadlines).
  • Proficient with Microsoft packages – (in particular strong Excel skills), Word and Office with the ability to data input fast and accurately.
  • Friendly individual who enjoys working in a team and is a good communicator.

Please note: This is a full-time, permanent position based at ZSL’s head office in Regents Park and the position is available to start as soon as possible. A part time role if preferred may be considered.

Benefit Package:

This role offers a competitive salary plus a comprehensive benefits package including 25 days holiday, joint contributory pension scheme (7% employer contribution), complimentary zoo tickets and more!

To Apply

Applicants will need to upload their CV and covering letter (detailing relevant experience and skills, stating why they want the position and including details of availability) and can do this by clicking the “Apply for this job online” button. If you have any queries regarding this position or when applying through the system please contact Human Resources at [email protected].

Closing date for applications: Midnight (23:59) Sunday 24th June 2018.

The Zoological Society of London is a charity registered in England and Wales: n no. 208728.

ZSL kindly requests no contact from agencies or media sales please regarding this position.

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Client: Lane Clark & Peacock

Purpose of job

Working as part of the Pensions Administration Department as a member of the Payroll and Accounting team.  You will be part of the team providing pensioner payrolls and cash management services for multiple clients, delivering  a high quality efficient and effective service for the scheme members

Main responsibilities and duties

  • For Payroll by ensuring accurate and timely payment of pensions, in accordance with legislation and organisational timetables;
  • Process Client Payrolls in line with procedures
  • Ensure payroll changes are recorded on work management  tool, and processed according to agreed procedures and SLA’s
  • Reconciliation of payroll costs and changes against Pensions Admin System
  • Ensuring PAYE for pension schemes is paid within deadlines
  • Ensure Payments to Pensioners, HMRC & 3rd party bodies are made on a timely basis and within agreed controls
  • Answer queries from pensioners, colleagues, partners & clients and 3rd party bodies
  • Ensure compliance with agreed payroll deadlines
  • Support the Accounts/Payroll Team on payroll matters
  • Maintain payroll and ancillary systems
  • Provide assistance with ad-hoc payroll projects such as; Finalising set up new Payroll system and setting up payrolls for new clients
  • Advise and assist Client Teams on payroll matters
  • Provide assistance and support to Pensions Accounts team if required.

For Cash management the main responsibilities are:

  • Raising of beneficiary and third party payments
  • Bank reconciliations on a daily / weekly / monthly basis
  • Liaising with banks to verify payments
  • Producing quarterly income and expenditure reports
  • Assisting with the installation of new clients onto payroll and accounting system
  • Assisting accountants with audits to allow accounts to be  published within the legally prescribed timescales

Previous experience/qualifications

  • Experience of Payroll, preferably Pensioner but not essential
  • Reconciliation of payroll and payroll accounts, essential
  • Some experience of cash management activity would be preferred but not essential