Payroll Specialist

A market-leading firm based in the City of London, with offices globally, are looking to recruit a Payroll Specialist to manage their global payrolls from start to finish.

DUTIES / RESPONSIBILITIES:
They are looking for an individual to join its Finance team in London. The Payroll Administrator will be responsible for preparing the payrolls for all entities: UK, France, Spain, Singapore, US and Dubai, and assisting with some HR admin.

The role is in a fast-paced environment and will suit a self-starter who is comfortable with operating in a small team but can also work autonomously as and when required.

RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE (BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO):

• Prepare the monthly payrolls of 200 employees
• Liaise with all payrolls provides: ADP, Vistra, Equiom, Mazars and Herediscruces
• Payroll accounting
• Payroll balance sheet reconciliations
• Assist with year-end audit
• Manage / maintain / update the HR Database
• Liaise with legal to prepare contracts for new starters
• Manage the Leavers/Joiners processes

KEY REQUIREMENTS:

• Minimum 3-5 years experience in financial services
• EMEA & US payroll experience preferred
• Experience working with an outsourced payroll provider preferred
• Basic accountancy knowledge
• Attention to detail, knowledge of reconciliations
• Understanding of an effective control environment.
• Exposure to a professional services environment would be beneficial
• Current knowledge of Sage would be beneficial