Interim Head of Global Payroll

Michael Page; London; Hybrid; GBP 200,000 +; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Head of Payroll to lead payroll functions in a dynamic Accounting & Finance Department. This role involves overseeing payroll operations, ensuring compliance with legislation, and managing relationships with external partners. You will lead a high-performing team while driving efficiencies through process improvements and automation. The position offers a competitive daily rate and hybrid working conditions, making it an excellent opportunity for someone looking to make a significant impact in a not-for-profit organization with a global reach.

Benefits

Hybrid Working

Competitive Salary

Temp to Perm Contract

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in processing UK payroll and knowledge of PAYE.
• Strong people management skills with a proven track record.

Responsibilities

• Oversee end-to-end payroll operations across global regions.
• Ensure compliance with statutory reporting and payroll accuracy.

Skills

UK Payroll Processing

Statutory Compliance

People Management

Workday Implementation

US Payroll Knowledge

Education

CIPP Qualification

Tools

Workday

Job description

An exciting opportunity for a competent Head of Payroll to lead and manage all payroll functions within a busy Accounting & Finance Department. The role involves ensuring accurate and timely payroll, compliance and reporting activities.

Client Details

Our client is a well-regarded and influential not-for-profit organisation with a significant Global reach.

Description

• Oversee and manage the end-to-end payroll operations across all global regions and the UK
• Ensure accurate and timely payroll processing, including salary calculations, deductions, and statutory contributions with final approval of all payrolls, in every country, every pay period.
• Establish and maintain payroll controls and payroll-related procedures to ensure payroll accuracy, data integrity, compliance with local legislation, statutory reporting and internal policies.
• Manage the performance of external payroll providers and PEOs to ensure they are adhering to SLAs
• Full ownership and set-up of payroll for new country openings - explore and understand local requirements, identify partners and payroll providers and negotiate contractual terms
• Own and manage relationships with other external stakeholders such as Pension providers, and Payroll Tax authorities
• Build and maintain positive working relationships with internal stakeholders such as Finance, People Team and Legal
• Lead and develop a high-performing payroll team, providing support, training, and leadership.
• Drive efficiencies through process improvements, automation, and systems development.
• Ensure compliance with statutory reporting and filings in the UK (e.g. HMRC RTI, P60s, P11Ds, tax year-end).
• Oversee payroll-related audits and respond to internal and external audit requirements.
• Submit Payroll accounting journals and adjustments and collaborate with Finance on payroll-related accounting, reconciliations, and cost reporting.
• Support the implementation and optimisation of Workday.

Profile

• CIPP qualified or equivalent
• Extensive experience in processing UK payroll and specific knowledge of related legislation and statutory requirements, including PAYE
• Significant experience of managing multiple overseas payrolls through 3rd party suppliers
• US payroll knowledge
• Strong people management skills with a proven track record in driving a positive team culture and high-performing teams
• Experience of Workday

Job Offer

• A competitive salary range of approximately £400 - £500 per day depending on experience.
• Hybrid working: 2 days in, 3 days at home
• Temp to Perm contract