Senior Payroll Analyst

Location: North Howden

Senior Payroll Analyst – UK & Ireland An opportunity is available for an experienced Senior Payroll Analyst to oversee UK and Ireland payroll operations, ensuring accurate, timely, and compliant payroll delivery.

Key Responsibilities Oversee monthly UK and Ireland payroll processing, ensuring accuracy and compliance with relevant legislation. Manage expatriate payroll, hypothetical tax calculations, and executive compensation, including RSU tax calculations. Coordinate daily payroll team activities and provide guidance and support to team members. Prepare payroll reports, reconciliations, and payroll journals, supporting audits and resolving finance queries. Work closely with HR, Finance, and other stakeholders to resolve payroll issues and support year-end activities.

Manage external payroll providers and monitor service delivery. Identify opportunities to improve payroll processes and participate in local and global projects. Ensure payroll practices meet statutory reporting, record-keeping, and data protection requirements. Essential Requirements Strong knowledge of UK and Ireland payroll legislation and statutory obligations.

Experience with payroll systems such as Workday, SAP, ADP, or local payroll platforms. CIPP qualification. Advanced Excel skills, including formulas, pivot tables, and reconciliations. Excellent numerical accuracy, attention to detail, and organisational skills. Strong communication, teamwork, and stakeholder management skills. High levels of confidentiality and data protection awareness.

Desirable Experience Experience working with external payroll providers.