Payroll Executive

The Payroll Executive will play a key role in managing payroll processes within the financial services industry, ensuring accuracy and compliance. This is a temporary position based in London, ideal for individuals with a strong background in accounting and finance.

Client Details

The employer is a well-established organisation within the financial services sector, recognised for its professional operations and commitment to excellence. It operates as part of a large organisation with a significant presence in the market.

Description

• Oversee end-to-end payroll processing for Ireland, while providing support for UK payroll operations. Ensure accurate and timely submissions to the relevant government tax bodies.
• Ensure all pension and employee benefit contributions are processed and remitted to the respective providers within mandated deadlines. Coordinate with departments to allocate employer-related costs appropriately. Act as the primary liaison for employee benefit queries and coordinate between the payroll processing partner and the plan administrators.
• Manage quarterly cost allocations for payroll-related expenses, including deferred compensation and benefit charges, ensuring they are correctly distributed to the applicable business units.
• Ensure monthly tax remittances to government authorities are completed within the required timelines.
• Prepare and submit annual tax documentation such as P11Ds, Class 1A returns, PAYE Settlement Agreements (including items like staff entertainment, relocation expenses, and commemorative payments), and reports for short-term international assignees. Maintain strict adherence to both internal financial protocols and external regulatory standards throughout.
• Compile, reconcile, and process taxable benefits for expatriate employees as part of the annual payroll close-out procedures.
• Participate in broader HR operational tasks as well as supporting functions involving finance and accounting as needed.

Profile

• Background in payroll administration or HR operational roles, ideally within the financial services sector.
• Demonstrated expertise in end-to-end payroll processing for both Ireland and the UK; experience across additional regions, particularly within the Asia-Pacific (APAC) area, would be a strong asset.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail, with proven ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines effectively.
• Strong interpersonal and service-oriented mindset, with a proactive approach to identifying and resolving employee-related queries.
• Collaborative team player who actively contributes to group objectives, supports colleagues, and willingly shares insights and process improvements.
• Excellent written and spoken communication capabilities, with the ability to convey information clearly and professionally.
• Technically confident, with solid working knowledge of Microsoft Office tools including Word and PowerPoint; advanced skills in Excel are essential.
• Proficient in generating and analyzing management information (MI) reports using Excel-based tools.
• Familiar with maintaining, navigating, and developing Human Resources information systems (HRIS) and databases.

Job Offer

• Competitive daily rate.
• Opportunity to work within a leading organisation in the financial services industry.
• Temporary role offering valuable experience in payroll management.
• Convenient London location with accessible transport links.

This is an excellent opportunity for professionals looking to expand their expertise in payroll processes. Apply today to take the next step in your career.