Payroll Administrator

www.topfinancialjobs.co.uk - Jobboard; London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in London is seeking a Payroll Administrator to oversee payroll for 200 employees across multiple global locations. This role involves preparing payrolls, managing HR databases, and ensuring compliance with legal requirements. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment, possess strong attention to detail, and have experience in financial services. Join a dynamic finance team and play a crucial role in maintaining payroll accuracy and efficiency while contributing to a supportive workplace culture.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in financial services.
• Experience with EMEA payroll and outsourced payroll providers.

Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly payrolls for 200 employees.
• Liaise with payroll providers and handle payroll accounting.

Skills

Payroll Management

Attention to Detail

Reconciliation Skills

Basic Accounting Knowledge

Tools

Sage

ADP

Vistra

Equiom

Mazars

Herediscruces

Job description

A market-leading firm based in London, with offices globally, is looking to recruit a Payroll Administrator to manage their payroll for 200 employees from start to finish.

DUTIES / RESPONSIBILITIES:

They are seeking an individual to join their Finance team in London. The Payroll Administrator will be responsible for preparing payrolls for all entities: UK, Paris, Madrid, Singapore, US, and Dubai, and assisting with HR administration.

The role operates in a fast-paced environment and is suitable for a self-starter comfortable working within a small team and autonomously when required.

RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE (BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO):

• Prepare monthly payrolls for 200 employees
• Liaise with payroll providers: ADP, Vistra, Equiom, Mazars, and Herediscruces
• Handle payroll accounting
• Perform payroll balance sheet reconciliations
• Assist with year-end audits
• Manage, maintain, and update the HR database
• Liaise with legal to prepare contracts for new starters
• Manage processes for leavers and joiners

KEY REQUIREMENTS:

• 3-5 years of experience in financial services
• Experience with EMEA payroll preferred
• Experience working with outsourced payroll providers preferred
• Basic accounting knowledge
• Attention to detail and reconciliation skills
• Understanding of effective control environments
• Experience in a professional services environment is beneficial
• Knowledge of Sage is advantageous