Payroll specialist Work, Jobs in Harpenden, Hrt (with Salaries)

Regional Payroll Specialist
Gowan USA —Harpenden
- Full-time
- Microsoft Excel
- Analysis skills
- Continuous improvement
5d
Regional Payroll Specialist
The Gowan Co. —Harpenden
- Full-time
- Microsoft Excel
- Analysis skills
- Continuous improvement
Quick apply
5d
Payroll Implementation Specialist
Fourth —London
- Hybrid work
- Hotel
- Flexible schedule
- Life insurance
4d
Payroll and Benefits Specialist
Clarksons —London
- Analysis skills
- Communication skills
- Analytics
Payroll Specialist
Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner LLP —London
- Analysis skills
- Organisational skills
- Communication skills
Global Payroll Specialist
McKesson —London
- £44,900 - £74,800 a year
- No degree
- Communication skills
6d
Workday Payroll Specialist (US hours)
Dynata —London
- Full-time
- Remote
- Bachelor's degree
- Organisational skills
- In-person
Payroll Specialist
ware —Middlesex
- Overtime
- Analysis skills
- Organisational skills
- Communication skills
Payroll Specialist - EMEA
WeWork —London
- Full-time
- Analysis skills
- Team management
- Organisational skills
Payroll Advisor
Ocado Logistics —Hatfield
- Full-time
- Communication skills
- Employee assistance programme
- Employee discount
Payroll Specialist - London
Gensler —London
- Full-time
- Microsoft Word
- English
- Analysis skills
- Annual leave
Payroll Specialist EMEA
Aveva —London
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Microsoft Office
- In-person
- Communication skills
- Annual leave
Temporary Payroll Specialist
Octopus Energy Group —London
- Temporary
- Analysis skills
- Communication skills
Quick apply
5d
Global Payroll Operations Specialist - UK
Rippling —London
- Full-time
- Analysis skills
- Project management
- Organisational skills
Senior Global Payroll Specialist
Charles Russell Speechlys —London
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Data analysis skills
- Analysis skills
5d
Payroll Specialist 1 year FTC
CSC (Corporation Service Company) —London
- Full-time
- Continuous improvement
- Communication skills
Payroll Specialist - Germany & UK Payroll expertise
Alvarez and Marsal —London
- Full-time
- English
- Organisational skills
- Leadership
11d
Payroll Specialist - Germany & UK Payroll expertise
Alvarez & Marsal —London
- English
- Organisational skills
- Leadership
10d
Payroll Specialist (FTC)
Primark —London
- Continuous improvement
- Communication skills
Payroll Specialist (6 month FTC), London (GB)
Swiss Re —London
- Continuous improvement
- Human resources
- Organisational skills
10d

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Regional Payroll Specialist

Gowan USA -
Harpenden

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Job details

Full-time
5 days ago

Qualifications

Pension
Microsoft Excel
JD Edwards
Financial reconciliation support
Payroll administration
CIPP
ADP
ERP software
Payroll management
Financial analysis
Analysis skills
Continuous improvement
Continuous improvement cycles oversight
HMRC
Financial acumen
AAT
Analytics

Full job description

Role Purpose

The Regional Payroll Specialist is responsible for owning the operational delivery, financial integrity and statutory compliance of payroll across EMEA, the UK and designated APAC entities. Working closely with HR, Finance and outsourced payroll providers, the role ensures payroll operations are delivered accurately, compliantly and on time while maintaining strong financial controls, supporting month-end close activities and driving continuous improvement across regional payroll processes. The role combines payroll expertise with financial analysis, governance and business partnering to support the wider Finance organisation.

Who We're Looking For

We're looking for a proactive, analytical and commercially minded payroll professional who combines strong technical payroll expertise with financial acumen and a passion for operational excellence. The successful candidate will take ownership, build trusted relationships and continuously improve payroll processes across a multi-country environment.

Role Scope

Regional payroll operations across EMEA, the UK and designated APAC entities

Payroll accounting and financial reporting

HMRC statutory compliance

ADP and outsourced payroll provider management

Payroll governance, controls and audit readiness

Payroll transformation and continuous improvement

Payroll master data governance and integrity

Key Accountabilities

Operational Excellence: Own the end-to-end payroll lifecycle, ensuring accurate, compliant and timely payroll delivery.

Financial Stewardship: Own payroll journals, accruals, balance sheet reconciliations, variance analysis, budgeting support, payroll-related intercompany cross-charges, and ensure timely resolution of reconciling items.

Governance & Regulatory Compliance: Manage PAYE, National Insurance, pensions, P11D, PAYE Settlement Agreements (PSA), statutory tax payments, payroll tax reconciliations, and maintain a robust internal control environment, ensuring compliance with company policies, approval workflows, segregation of duties, and regulatory requirements.

Business Partnership: Partner with HR, Finance, business leaders and outsourced providers while coordinating bonus administration.

Continuous Improvement: Drive automation, standardization, SOP ownership, payroll system enhancements, acquisitions, onboarding activities, and support Finance transformation initiatives related to payroll processes and reporting.

Performance & Analytics: Develop and monitor payroll KPIs, payroll provider performance, payroll accuracy metrics, reconciliation status, and identify opportunities to improve operational efficiency and service quality.

Experience & Qualifications

Essential

Minimum 5 years' multi-country payroll experience

Strong UK payroll and HMRC knowledge

Experience with outsourced payroll providers (e.g. ADP)

Payroll accounting, journals and reconciliations

Advanced Microsoft Excel

ERP experience preferably JD Edwards

Experience working within a multinational organization

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Desirable

CIPP qualification (or working towards)

AAT qualification or equivalent

EMEA payroll experience

JD Edwards experience

Payroll transformation experience

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