Overview
Roku is the #1 TV streaming platform in the U.S., Canada, and Mexico, and we’re expanding our presence worldwide. Our mission is to be the TV streaming platform that connects the entire TV ecosystem, enabling consumers to access the content they love, publishers to build and monetize large audiences, and advertisers to engage audiences in unique ways.
About the team
Roku is seeking a highly skilled Payroll Specialist to join and become a key member of our Global Payroll team. The role will be responsible for processing data for the monthly payrolls across our European entities and New Zealand. This position will report to the Sr. Manager, People & Payroll Programs and will be based in our Cambridge office.
About the role
The Senior Payroll Specialist focusing on EMEA is responsible for executing and overseeing end-to-end payroll processes across EMEA, with primary responsibility for the UK, Denmark, Netherlands, Ukraine, Belgium, Germany, and New Zealand. This role ensures accurate, compliant, and timely payroll delivery while partnering closely with PBPs, Finance, external payroll vendors, and cross‑functional teams.
The Senior Specialist resolves complex payroll issues, ensures data accuracy, supports audits, and drives continuous improvement across regional payroll operations. Experience supporting additional non‑US payrolls in the Americas is a plus.
What you’ll be doing
* Manage monthly payroll cycles across EMEA.
* Validate and reconcile payroll outputs, including taxation, statutory deductions, and benefits.
* Ensure compliance with local legislation (i.e. HMRC, Dutch tax authority, pensions, statutory reporting).
* Maintain and audit employee payroll records, ensuring proper setup of tax codes, benefits, allowances, and deductions.
* Partner with external payroll providers to review calculations and resolve discrepancies.
* Administer statutory payments (e.g., SSP/SMP/SPP/SAP in the UK and local equivalents).
* Support pension enrollment, statutory reporting, and compliance obligations.
* Manage RTI submissions.
We’re excited if you have
* 4–6 years of hands‑on payroll experience, primarily across EMEA.
* Deep knowledge of UK payroll legislation and strong familiarity with EMEA payroll.
* Experience working with external payroll vendors and HRIS platforms (Workday preferred).
* Proven ability to reconcile payroll data, identify discrepancies, and resolve independently.
* Strong analytical mindset with high attention to detail and confidentiality.
* Demonstrated experience operating in a fast‑paced, evolving environment.
* CIPP or comparable European payroll certification (or working toward certification).
* Experience with benefits‑in‑kind, equity/RSU taxation, and year‑end reporting.
* Advanced Excel skills (lookups, pivots, reconciliation tools).
* Experience supporting internal/external audits and multi‑country payroll cycles.
* Exposure to Americas Non‑US payrolls (nice to have, not required).
Our Hybrid Work Approach
Roku fosters an inclusive and collaborative environment where teams work in the office Monday through Thursday. Fridays are flexible for remote work, except for employees whose roles require a five‑day office presence or who work from an office with a five‑day in‑office policy.
Benefits
Roku offers a diverse range of benefits, including global access to mental health and financial wellness support and resources. Local benefits may include healthcare (medical, dental, and vision), life, accident, disability, commuter, and retirement options (401(k)/pension). Employees can take time off for vacation and other personal reasons to balance evolving work and life needs. Not every benefit is available in all locations or for every role; consult your recruiter for details specific to your location.
Accommodations
Roku welcomes applicants of all backgrounds and provides reasonable accommodations and adjustments in accordance with applicable law. If you require reasonable accommodation at any point in the hiring process, please direct inquiries to EmployeeRelations@Roku.com.
The Roku Culture
Roku is a great place for people who thrive in a fast‑paced environment focused on company success rather than individual accolades. We surround ourselves with talented, easy‑going people who keep their egos in check, appreciate a sense of humor, and act boldly to deliver extraordinary results through collaboration and trust. At Roku, you’ll be part of a company that is changing how the world watches TV.
Job Details
* Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level
* Employment type: Full‑time
* Job function: Human Resources
* Industries: Software Development
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