Global Payroll Implementation Analyst in Glasgow

Job Details

DISCOVER YOUR POTENTIAL. BUILD YOUR CAREER. JOIN US AT AAB. AAB is a leading professional services firm operating across the UK, Ireland, and the USA. We specialise in the mid‑market, supporting individuals, family businesses, and organisations with a full suite of services including audit, tax, corporate finance, payroll, people consultancy, and wealth management. With 1,000+ team members, we deliver expert support to clients all over the world.

Location UK

The Team

At AAB we pride ourselves on providing everyone with an inspiring career opportunity. Our culture keeps the layers simple and the relationship personal. We know that our success is down to one thing, our people, and we make sure looking after our people is at the heart of everything we do.

The Role

Global Payroll Implementation Analyst – Aberdeen or London

The Global Payroll Implementation Analyst is responsible for supporting the successful set‑up and transition of new global and international payrolls. The role focuses on payroll implementation delivery, process documentation, and operational support, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and adherence to payroll deadlines across multiple jurisdictions.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the end‑to‑end implementation of new global and international payrolls, following defined project plans and timelines
• Assist with payroll processing during implementation and transition phases, escalating issues to the Payroll Manager or Advisor as required
• Support day‑to‑day payroll operations to ensure deadlines are met and employer/employee queries are resolved accurately and efficiently
• Maintain and update client‑specific payroll process manuals and implementation documentation
• Liaise with global Payroll Partners to gather required data and ensure local compliance requirements are understood
• Contribute to maintaining a central knowledge library covering payroll processes and legislation in supported countries
• Assist in testing, parallel runs, and post‑implementation reviews for new payrolls
• Identify process inefficiencies and suggest improvements to enhance payroll delivery
• Support Advisors with payroll‑related queries and issue resolution during implementation phases
• Keep up to date with payroll legislation changes and flag potential impacts to senior team members

Experience and Skills Required

• Previous payroll experience, ideally with exposure to international or global payrolls
• Experience supporting payroll implementations or transitions
• Ability to work to tight deadlines and manage multiple priorities
• Strong attention to detail and analytical skills
• Experience working with client payroll data and handling confidential information
• Good communication skills and ability to work with stakeholders across different cultures and time zones
• Relevant payroll or accounting qualification (desirable but not essential)

At AAB you will have tremendous opportunities that will meet your career aspirations, working in a progressive, energetic and stimulating environment alongside supportive and engaging professional teammates.

AAB Group is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Disclaimer Unsolicited CVs sent to AAB by Recruitment Agencies will not be accepted for this position. AAB operates a direct sourcing model and where agency assistance is required, the Talent Acquisition team will engage directly with our recruitment partners.

Salary Competitive