Payroll Specialist

Reed Specialist Recruitment; Fareham; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Payroll Specialist to ensure accurate and compliant payrolls across international regions including the UK. The role involves collaboration with regional teams and handling payroll-related projects. Strong knowledge of payroll systems and legislation is essential. The position offers a hybrid work model with three days in the Fareham office.

Qualifications

• CIPP qualification desirable but not essential.
• Strong working knowledge of payroll systems and payroll legislation.
• Experience in a payroll function within a complex organisation.

Responsibilities

• Process and verify payroll data including new starters and leavers.
• Ensure payrolls are delivered on schedule and comply with regulations.
• Collaborate with HR to follow country-specific procedures.
• Prepare and process payrolls for multiple countries.
• Manage escalations and resolve payroll-related issues.

Skills

Payroll systems knowledge

Understanding of payroll legislation

Problem-solving skills

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Time management skills

Education

CIPP qualification

Tools

ADP

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Overview

Payroll Specialist - International

As our client’s Payroll Specialist you will be responsible for delivering accurate, timely, and compliant payrolls across multiple international regions including the UK, Middle East & Europe. This role supports payroll operations for several entities, ensuring adherence to internal controls and regulatory requirements, while also contributing to system upgrades and data validation initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Process and verify payroll data including new starters, leavers, and employee changes.
• Ensure payrolls are delivered on schedule and in compliance with internal audit controls.
• Collaborate with HR and regional teams to ensure country-specific procedures are followed.
• Prepare and process payrolls for countries across the group.
• Support payroll-related projects such as system enhancements and data reconciliation.
• Manage escalations and resolve payroll-related issues, seeking support when necessary.
• Implement and test changes in payroll applications.
• Liaise with external payroll vendors to ensure accurate and timely service delivery.
• Assist in developing and improving payroll processes and procedures.
• Calculate statutory payments such as SSP and SMP.
• Ensure accurate processing of employee lifecycle events.
• Submit year-end returns for relevant jurisdictions.
• Conduct self-audits and compliance checks, including SOX testing.
• Support accounting functions related to payroll, including journal preparation and distribution.
• Respond to payroll queries from internal stakeholders across various departments.
• Maintain high levels of accuracy and customer service.
• Stay current with payroll legislation and best practices across supported countries.

Qualifications

• CIPP qualification desirable but not essential.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong working knowledge of payroll systems (experience with ADP preferred).
• Up-to-date understanding of UK and International payroll legislation and employment regulations across multiple regions.
• Proven ability to provide clear guidance on complex payroll matters.
• Self-motivated with strong initiative and problem-solving skills.
• Collaborative team player with a performance-driven mindset.
• Adaptable to changing environments and tight deadlines.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Solid understanding of payroll accounting principles.
• Effective time management and prioritisation skills.

Work Environment

• Hybrid working model (3 days in officer - Fareham)

Experience

• Previous experience in a payroll function within a similarly scaled and complex organisation.
• Demonstrated experience processing payrolls across various regions.
• Familiarity with payroll accounting and reporting.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Strong background in customer support and stakeholder engagement.