Payroll Specialist

Role Overview

This position entails managing comprehensive UK payroll processing within an in-house environment, predominantly based in Reading, UK, with a blended work schedule of three days onsite and two days remote per week. The individual will coordinate closely with HR, Finance, and employees to ensure payroll execution is accurate, timely, and compliant with legislation.

Key Duties

• Oversee the entire payroll process for designated EMEA countries on a monthly cycle.
• Validate input data received from HR and business teams to maintain data integrity.
• Review and verify payroll calculations including deductions, taxes, and statutory payments for accuracy.
• Ensure all payroll deadlines for each pay cycle are consistently met without delays.
• Reconcile payroll reports and support activities related to month-end and year-end closing.
• Prepare and submit necessary statutory filings and compliance documentation.
• Investigate and resolve discrepancies and queries raised by employees regarding payroll.
• Maintain and update payroll documentation, standard operating procedures, and audit records diligently.
• Contribute to payroll system testing and upgrades to enhance system efficiency.
• Collaborate with internal and external auditors by supplying required payroll documentation and information.

Required Expertise

• Demonstrable experience in processing payroll specifically within the UK context.
• Comprehensive knowledge of UK payroll legislation, taxation policies, and statutory compliance requirements.