Payroll Specialist

A market-leading firm based in the City of London, with offices globally, are looking to recruit a Payroll Specialist to manage their global payrolls from start to finish. DUTIES / RESPONSIBILITIES: They are looking for an individual to join its Finance team in London. The Payroll Administrator will be responsible for preparing the payrolls for all entities: UK, France, Spain, Singapore, US and Dubai, and assisting with some HR admin. The role is in a fast-paced environment and will suit a self-starter who is comfortable with operating in a small team but can also work autonomously as and when required. RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE (BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO): * Prepare the monthly payrolls of 200 employees * Liaise with all payrolls provides: ADP, Vistra, Equiom, Mazars and Herediscruces * Payroll accounting * Payroll balance sheet reconciliations * Assist with year-end audit * Manage / maintain / update the HR Database * Liaise with legal to prepare contracts for new starters * Manage the Leavers/Joiners processes KEY REQUIREMENTS: * Minimum 3-5 years experience in financial services * EMEA & US payroll experience preferred * Experience working with an outsourced payroll provider preferred * Basic accountancy knowledge * Attention to detail, knowledge of reconciliations * Understanding of an effective control environment. * Exposure to a professional services environment would be beneficial * Current knowledge of Sage would be beneficial