Key Achievements:

Streamlined payroll processes, reducing errors and processing time by 25% across multiple departments.

Reconciled payroll discrepancies, recovering £15,000 / $18,000 in overpayments.

Assisted in implementing payroll system upgrades and automation tools, improving reporting efficiency.

Standardised payroll reporting templates, saving the payroll team 5–10 hours per month.

Supported multi-jurisdiction payroll compliance, ensuring 100% accuracy in statutory submissions.

Duties & Responsibilities:

Process accurate payroll for employees across multiple jurisdictions, ensuring compliance with company policies and statutory regulations.

Reconcile payroll accounts, including tax, social security, deductions, benefits, and other statutory contributions.

Maintain and update payroll records for starters, leavers, salary changes, and benefits.

Prepare payroll reports, dashboards, and schedules for management review.

Respond to payroll queries from employees and management, resolving discrepancies promptly.

Assist in payroll audits, providing supporting schedules and documentation.

Support payroll system maintenance, upgrades, and automation initiatives.

Monitor payroll deadlines to ensure timely processing and statutory compliance.

Collaborate with HR, Finance, and Operations teams to ensure payroll accuracy and alignment.

Prepare reconciliations and analyses for month-end and year-end payroll processes.

Implement process improvements and best practices in payroll operations.

Ensure confidentiality and security of all payroll information.

Support budgeting, forecasting, and payroll cost analysis.

Track payroll KPIs and provide insights to senior management.

Ensure compliance with local, national, and international payroll regulations.

Maintain accurate documentation for audit and regulatory purposes.

Assist in training and mentoring junior payroll staff.

Participate in continuous professional development (CPD) and payroll training initiatives.

Support payroll-related projects, system implementations, and process enhancements.

Ensure alignment of payroll function with overall finance and HR strategy.