Payroll Team Leader

1 week ago

Darlington, Darlington, United Kingdom Cummins Full time £40,000 - £70,000 per year

DESCRIPTION

We are looking for a talented Payroll Team Leader – Europe to join our team in Darlington, United Kingdom. This role will oversee payroll operations across multiple European countries, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and exceptional service delivery.

This is a 12-month temporary position covering maternity leave.

In this role, you will make an impact in the following ways:

  • Lead and mentor a team of payroll professionals, fostering engagement and accountability through regular one-to-one meetings and performance reviews.
  • Ensure accurate and timely payroll processing across multiple European countries, maintaining compliance with local regulations and company policies.
  • Act as the escalation point for complex payroll queries and system issues, driving timely and effective resolutions.
  • Oversee SOx-compliant payroll approvals and serve as a signatory for manual payments, safeguarding financial integrity.
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives (e.g., 6S, VST, 7 Step) and contribute to process optimisation projects, including upcoming payroll implementations for Belgium and Italy.
  • Collaborate closely with HR Operations, HR Business Partners, and external vendors to deliver seamless payroll services and meet service-level standards.
  • Maintain and update payroll documentation and procedures to ensure audit readiness and compliance with internal controls.
  • Stay ahead of legislative changes impacting payroll and implement necessary updates to processes and systems.

RESPONSIBILITIES

To be successful in this role, you will need the following:

  • Strong leadership and communication skills to guide a diverse team and build effective stakeholder relationships.
  • Advanced proficiency in payroll systems and Microsoft Excel for data analysis, reporting, and troubleshooting.
  • Ability to manage complex, multi-country payroll operations while ensuring accuracy and compliance under tight deadlines.
  • A proactive mindset for problem-solving and continuous improvement, with resilience in handling challenges.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education/Experience:

  • College, university, or equivalent degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
  • Intermediate-level experience in payroll administration, preferably within a multi-country or European context.
  • Familiarity with SOx controls, statutory reporting, and payroll-related tax compliance.
  • Experience leading teams and managing performance cycles in a fast-paced environment.

Job Human Resources

Organization Cummins Inc.

Role Category Hybrid

Job Type Exempt - Experienced

ReqID

Relocation Package No

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