Senior Payroll Officer

2 weeks ago


Glasgow, Glasgow City, United Kingdom Robert Walters UK Full time

This role offers the opportunity to work within a leading global financial services firm, providing a wide range of investment banking, securities, investment management and wealth management services.

The successful candidate will perform a key role within the UK Payroll team, reporting to the UK Payroll manager. This position incorporates a combination of project work, ownership of key monthly/annual processes, people management, statutory accounting, payroll controls, risk and governance ownership.

Key Responsibilities:

  1. Ensure all controls and legislation are adhered for each UK payroll run for all payroll cycles.
  2. Maintain a strong partnership with the UK payroll vendor.
  3. Maintain an open dialogue with senior leadership raising awareness of all potential or actual issues as you become aware.
  4. Enhance the Payroll control framework around all payroll responsibilities including SOX and internal controls.
  5. Maintain a detailed understanding of current payroll legislation, with a proactive approach to plan for future changes.
  6. Manage update of key metrics to optimize resource usage and identify improvements.
  7. Governance and oversight responsibility for the timely and accurate disbursement of all payroll related payments through BACS.
  8. Liaise with internal and external auditors to assist with understanding the key processes, giving access to systems for sample testing and providing evidence of key controls.

What you bring:

As a Senior Payroll Administrator, you bring a wealth of experience in managing complex payroll functions. Your strong motivation and willingness to learn from others sets you apart. You have proven abilities in identifying and analysing situations through gathering relevant information. Your excellent communication skills enable you to explain complex issues succinctly. You have a proven track record in building and maintaining an effective network of contacts. Your commitment to excellence is evident in your work, ensuring tasks are always completed accurately. Your ability to quickly and accurately establish priorities will be crucial in this role.

Job Types: Full-time, Temporary

We are committed to offering an inclusive recruitment experience. If you require accommodations because of disability or health condition, please email: gscemeaedi @ robertwalters.com.

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