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Handle are currently working with a global media and entertainment giant, who are looking for an Interim EMEA Payroll Manager. The successful candidate will manage EMEA payroll for multiple countries outside the UK, overseeing a team of 5-6 analysts whilst collaborating with diverse stakeholders. You will also lead payroll projects to implement best practices and system solutions while providing direct management and development for team members.
This is a fantastic for an experienced EMEA Payroll Manager to work for such a prestigious and popular brand!
Key responsibilities -
- Ensure accurate and timely payroll processing, statutory reporting, and audit support across various EMEA countries, excluding the UK.
- Monitor the regional payroll vendor's processing to ensure it meets or exceeds established SLAs, control measures, and compliance requirements.
- Manage and develop direct reports to strengthen payroll operations and support succession planning
- Monitor and ensure payroll compliance with audit controls and procedures
- Troubleshoot high-level SAP issues, such as GL posting discrepancies
- Build strong relationships between third-party payroll providers and internal teams to ensure accurate and timely payroll processing
Key responsibilities include -
- In-depth understanding of payroll practices, regulations, and taxes across multiple EMEA countries
- Payroll management certification or equivalent qualification
- Extensive experience in payroll, preferably in a leadership role within a large multinational organisation
- Experience managing expenses, benefits, and perquisites, including their associated tax treatments
- Previous payroll experience in the retail or entertainment industry is a plus
Handle actively welcomes applicants from under-represented backgrounds - we pride ourselves on attracting the best talent for every opportunity through a commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion.
