What's the role about
To oversee and execute UK and US payroll operations, while working collaboratively with the Payroll Supervisor and Payroll Assistant under the guidance of the Payroll Manager.
What you'll be doing
* Manage and execute monthly payroll for Head Office staff in the UK
* Supporting US Retail payroll (weekly and fortnightly), ensuring that it is accurate and submitted on time
* Assist with the processing of UK Retail payroll when needed to ensure balanced workload and provide coverage across the team
* Review and validate paid absence calculations and leave entitlement records
* Support pension administration processes
* Contribute to maintaining data integrity in HCM system
* Proactively look to improve systems and processed
* Provide feedback on system and process changes when requested
* Follow established procedures to maintain compliance with UK payroll legislation
* Generate standard payroll reports as needed
* Serve as the first point of contact for payroll queries, resolving issues independently where possible and escalating complex matters to the Payroll Manager when necessary
Who you are
* Significant UK payroll processing experience
* Experienced in USA payroll operations and compliance
* Proven experience with HCM/HRIS and Payroll systems (e.g., SAP SuccessFactors, Workday, Oracle Cloud HCM, ADP Workforce Now, Dayforce)
* Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel
* Critical thinker and ability to provide thoughtful feedback
* Proven experience with variable hour/timesheet-based payroll processing
* Strong understanding of shift patterns and associated payroll calculations
* Previous experience in retail sector payroll, highly desirable
* Familiarity with UK pension administration
* Experience with payroll process improvement initiatives
* Experience with timesheet system implementation or optimisation
* Knowledge of absence management and leave calculations for variable hour employees
* Adaptable to changing systems and processes
* Team player with strong collaborative skills
* Confidence to challenge existing processes
* Comfortable in a dynamic, fast-paced environment
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