Job Description Job DescriptionLocation: London (Remote) Payroll Manager (EMEA) In the role of Payroll Manager (EMEA), you will report to the Senior Manager, Global Payroll . Manage end-to-end monthly payroll cycles for employees across the UK, Germany, and France, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance. ? Audit employee payroll data, including compensation changes, benefits, time tracking, statutory leave, and variable payments ? Validate payroll inputs and outputs, execute reconciliations, run audits, and resolve discrepancies, ensuring accuracy of gross-to-net calculations, statutory deductions, and funding requirements before final submission. ? Oversee payroll funding, salary payments, statutory payments, and post- payroll reporting. ? Serve as an internal expert on EMEA payroll legislation, including PAYE, NIC, pension schemes, working time rules, and statutory benefits. ? Ensure payroll compliance with HMRC ( UK ), Urssaf & French labor laws (France), and German tax and social security authorities. ? Monitor legislative changes, assess operational impact, and implement updates in collaboration with legal and external advisors. ? Ensure GDPR compliance regarding payroll data handling and storage. ? Manage relationships with external payroll vendors and local partners in each region. ? Collaborate closely with People Team, Finance, Accounting, and Legal to ensure alignment across compensation, benefits, tax, and audit processes. ? Partner with HRIS teams to enhance payroll workflows, integrations, and data accuracy. ? Support audits, year-end activities, tax filings, and statutory reporting requirements for each region. ? 5+ years of payroll experience with direct responsibility for payroll processing in the UK, Germany, and France required. ? Experience managing payroll for 500+ employees across multiple entities preferred. ? Strong working knowledge of regional tax laws, social security requirements, statutory benefits, and labor regulations. ? Experience managing payroll through external vendors or multi-country payroll platforms. ? Strong understanding of GDPR and data privacy best practices. ? Ability to operate in a fast-paced, high-growth environment with tight payroll processing timelines. ? Familiarity with payroll/HRIS systems (eg, Workday, Cloudpay). ? Champion a positive employee payroll experience by resolving inquiries promptly, communicating clearly, and ensuring accuracy in every pay cycle. ? Support internal and external audits, proactively identify compliance risks, and implement process improvements to mitigate exposure
Payroll and Reporting Manager in London employer: Thrive IT Systems Ltd
As a Senior Operations Manager at our company, you will thrive in a dynamic and inclusive work culture that values innovation and collaboration. We offer competitive benefits, including professional development opportunities and a commitment to employee growth, all set against the backdrop of a vibrant financial services technology environment. Join us to make a meaningful impact while working alongside a diverse global team dedicated to excellence.
