Payroll Manager - FTC

ICG; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A global financial services firm in London is seeking an experienced International Payroll Manager to oversee global payroll operations. The role includes ensuring compliance with payroll laws, managing payroll processes across jurisdictions, and collaborating with local HR and finance teams. Ideal candidates have strong analytical skills and experience in international payroll management, along with proficiency in relevant payroll software.

Benefits

Wellbeing support

Inclusivity

Long-term sustainability

Qualifications

• Excellent experience in payroll management, especially internationally.
• Strong knowledge of payroll laws and regulations.
• Ability to work effectively in dynamic environments.

Responsibilities

• Ensure accurate payroll processing and distribution across multiple jurisdictions.
• Assist with year-end reporting, including P60s and P11D.
• Maintain payroll records and ensure compliance with laws.

Skills

International payroll management

Knowledge of payroll laws

Proficiency in payroll software

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Operational knowledge of payroll

Education

Bachelor's degree in finance, Accounting, Human Resources, or a related field

Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) or similar certification

Tools

Workday or similar HR systems

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Payroll Manager | Contract Type: 12-month fixed-term contract | Location: London, St Pauls | Work Pattern: 3 days in the office, 2 days from home | Department: Human Resources | Reporting to: Head of Benefits and Payroll

Summary

We are currently seeking an experienced and dedicated International Payroll Manager to join our team. This role is critical in assisting with the management of our global payroll operations and projects. You will be responsible for supporting the management of payroll processes across multiple countries, ensuring accuracy. Additionally, you will work closely with the payroll team on a global payroll consolidation project, which is an excellent opportunity to streamline and optimize our payroll operations on an international scale.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with the Global Payroll Manager to ensure accurate and timely payroll processing and distribution across 19 jurisdictions.
• Proactively share specialist payroll advice within the HR team.
• Assist the Payroll Manager with all year end reporting - including P60s/ P11D/PSA and all other statutory requirements across the globe.
• Process monthly reconciliation reports required by the finance department and third-party auditors.
• Prepare and share data files of employee information to international 3rd party providers, where this is not already automated.
• Provider support to the wider team with payroll projects.
• Assist the Payroll Manager with processing the full lifecycle of employees (including leaver, joiner and transfer processes).
• Maintain high quality processes and propose efficiency improvements, where applicable.
• Complete payment Invoice reconciliation in a timely manner.
• Maintain payroll records and ensure compliance with local laws and regulations.
• Collaborate with local HR and Finance teams to address any payroll-related queries.
• Conduct regular audits to ensure accuracy and compliance.

Key Requirements / Qualifications

• Excellent experience in payroll management, with a focus on international payroll.
• Strong knowledge of international payroll laws and regulations.
• Proficiency in payroll software and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Excellent analytical and critical thinking skills.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Excellent communication and people skills.
• Strong operational knowledge of payroll and related benefit policies

Desirable

• Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) or similar certification.
• Experience with Workday or similar Human Resource systems.
• Bachelor\'s degree in finance, Accounting, Human Resources, or a related field.

Personal Attributes

• Attention to detail
• Strong communication skills (written and spoken English - fluent)
• Determined and enjoys overcoming operational challenges with a solution-focused attitude.
• Well-organised and great time management skills
• Analytical and Conscientious
• Discreet and professional
• High level of accountability and responsibility
• Creative problem solving
• Reliable
• Positive attitude and good teamwork skills with an ability to lead by example and support the development of team members.

Global Benefits Framework

• Wellbeing - Supporting your mental, physical and financial wellbeing as well as your lifestyle needs.
• Inclusivity - Fit for purpose and competitive, no matter who or where you are.
• Longevity - Long Term and sustainable in design.

ICG will provide equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment. No employee will be discriminated against in hiring or employment because of race, colour, sex, age, disability, religion, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, ancestry, military status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.