EMEA Payroll Manager

Tandem Talent; City Of London; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A payroll solutions company in London is seeking an experienced Payroll Manager to oversee payroll processes for employees across the EMEA region. This role involves ensuring accuracy, compliance with tax regulations, and effective collaboration with HR and Finance teams. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in multi-country payroll management and be proficient in Excel, along with excellent problem-solving skills. The position is full-time.

Qualifications

• Experience managing multi-country payroll across EMEA is essential.
• Understanding of local tax regulations is beneficial.
• Excel proficiency, including tables and vlookups, is required.
• Ability to maintain effective relationships with teams and providers.
• High accuracy and attention to detail are necessary.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end payroll process ensuring accuracy.
• Collaborate with HR and Finance for payroll data.
• Coordinate with payroll providers for new starter setup.
• Prepare and submit draft payrolls for approvals.
• Provide insights and reporting on payroll changes.
• Act as contact for payroll queries with empathy.

Skills

Multi-country payroll management

Familiarity with local tax regulations

Proficiency in Excel

Building effective relationships

Attention to detail

Analytical mindset

Effective issue resolution

Knowledge of payroll legislation

Self-motivated

Adaptability to working hours

Job description

Payroll Manager
London
Full Time

As a Payroll Manager, you are essential to ensuring the smooth and accurate processing of payroll for employees across the region (EMEA). You will work collaboratively with teams in Finance and HR/Personnel to provide payroll expertise, resolve employee queries, and maintain compliance with tax regulations. Your ability to handle complex processes while building positive relationships will contribute to a thriving workplace for all.

What You're Responsible For

• Manage the end-to-end monthly payroll process for all employees within the region, ensuring accuracy and compliance with local regulations.

• Partner with HR/Personnel and Finance teams to onboard new hires, process employee changes, and maintain accurate payroll data.

• Coordinate with outsourced payroll providers to set up new starters, implement changes, and verify payroll accuracy.

• Prepare, review, and submit draft payrolls for final tax calculations, ensuring timely approvals.

• Analyse monthly payroll changes and provide actionable insights and reporting to key stakeholders.

• Act as the first point of contact for payroll queries, delivering responsive, empathetic, and solution-oriented support.

• Ensure timely processing of employee terminations, including final payments and local compliance documentation.

• Build strong relationships with external payroll vendors, resolving issues efficiently and professionally.

• Drive continuous improvement by leading payroll process enhancements, including provider consolidation and best practice adoption.

• Support HR/Personnel with monthly census reporting and maintain up-to-date records for personnel and contractors via agency.

How We'll Measure It

• Timely Payroll Completion: Meeting monthly payroll deadlines and ensuring accuracy across all entities.

• Proactive Problem Solving: Efficient resolution of employee queries and payroll-related challenges.

• Compliance Excellence: Adherence to all pay, tax, and regulatory requirements across the region.

• Employee Experience: Demonstrating empathy and professionalism in supporting employee payroll needs.

• Process Improvements: Successfully implementing enhancements to payroll workflows, systems, and provider relationships.

• Collaboration: Building strong, positive relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

Your Experience & Skills

• Prior experience in managing multi-country payroll across the EMEA region is essential.

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• Familiarity with local tax regulations across the region is a strong advantage.

• Proficiency in Excel, including tables, vlookups, and basic formulas, is required.

• Proven ability to build and maintain effective relationships with internal teams and outsourced providers.

• Demonstrates high levels of accuracy and attention to detail, ensuring payroll is processed correctly and in compliance with internal controls and external requirements.

• Demonstrates a curious and analytical mindset, with a willingness to question data and challenge assumptions to ensure accuracy and continuous improvement.

• Takes ownership of employee queries, following up and closing out issues promptly while keeping stakeholders informed throughout the process.

• Maintains up-to-date knowledge of local payroll legislation, tax regulations, and employee benefits, ensuring ongoing compliance and identifying opportunities for process improvement.

• Self-motivated and capable of managing the payroll process independently as part of a one-person payroll team.

• A willingness to adapt working hours to meet payroll activity peaks and deadlines.