Payroll Analyst

Key responsibilities

• Oversee monthly UK and Ireland payroll processing, ensuring accuracy and compliance with statutory requirements.
• Manage expatriate and modified payroll, including hypothetical tax arrangements.
• Support executive compensation activities, including restricted stock unit (RSU) tax calculations.
• Prepare payroll reports, journals and reconciliations, supporting internal and external audits.
• Coordinate daily team activities and provide guidance on payroll queries.
• Manage relationships with external payroll providers and internal stakeholders.
• Identify and implement improvements to payroll processes and service delivery.

What we're looking for

• Strong experience delivering UK and Ireland payroll, with a thorough understanding of relevant legislation and statutory obligations.
• A Chartered Institute of Payroll Professionals (CIPP) qualification.
• Experience using payroll systems such as Workday, SAP, ADP or local payroll platforms.
• Advanced Excel skills, including pivot tables, formulas and reconciliations.
• Excellent numerical accuracy, organisation and attention to detail.
• A strong commitment to confidentiality and data protection.
• Experience working with external payroll providers would be advantageous.