EMEAI Payroll Specialist

Sherwin-Williams; Witney; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A global leader in protective coatings is seeking an EMEAI Payroll Specialist to manage payroll operations across multiple countries, ensuring compliance and accuracy of data submissions. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance and a strong understanding of EMEAI payroll practices. This remote position offers competitive compensation and career growth opportunities.

Benefits

Work-life balance that supports wellbeing

Competitive compensation programme

Career growth opportunities

Access to Sherwin Academy for continuous training

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance, Business Administration, HR, or equivalent experience.
• Additional European language skills (especially French) are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage multi-country payroll activities and ensure timely, accurate data submission.
• Oversee payroll compliance with local laws and regulations across the EMEAI region.
• Act as the first point of escalation for payroll queries and resolve operational issues.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external partners.

Skills

Strong understanding of EMEAI payroll practices and compliance

Experience with multi-country payroll operations

Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills

Familiarity with payroll systems and controls

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance or equivalent

Payroll certifications preferred (CPA, BF, etc.)

Job description

Are you passionate about precision, compliance, and delivering exceptional payroll services across multiple countries? Join our team as an EMEAI Payroll Specialist, where you’ll play a critical role in ensuring accurate and timely payroll operations for our diverse workforce.

This position is remote and can be based anywhere within the UK or Poland.

Qualifications

Education & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance, Business Administration, HR, or equivalent experience
• Ideally educated to A-level or similar; NVQ in Business, Finance, or Administration
• Payroll certifications preferred (CPA, BF, or comparable)
• Additional European language skills (especially French) are a plus

Skills & Knowledge:

• Strong understanding of EMEAI payroll practices and compliance
• Experience with multi-country payroll operations
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Familiarity with payroll systems and controls; project experience is advantageous

What we can offer you...

• Work-life balance that supports your wellbeing
• Competitive compensation programme
• Career growth opportunities in a truly international environment
• Be part of innovation leaders in the protective coatings industry
• Access to Sherwin Academy for continuous training at all levels
• Wellbeing, mental health, women & inclusion networks and support, and ID&E programmes that make a difference

Responsibilities

• Manage multi-country payroll activities and ensure timely, accurate data submission to our outsourced vendor
• Oversee payroll compliance with local laws and regulations across the EMEAI region
• Perform internal controls to safeguard financial data and employee privacy
• Act as the first point of escalation for payroll queries and resolve operational issues
• Collaborate with internal teams (Finance, HR, Global Payroll) and external partners
• Support payroll transition and implementation projects, including Time & Attendance systems
• Prepare year-end reporting and ensure compliance with tax and social security requirements
• Identify process improvements and drive continuous efficiency initiatives
• Provide accurate forecasts and reporting to support Finance and GSC functions