My client, a global media business based near HAMMERSMITH STATION is seeking an Interim_Payroll Analyst EMEA_to join this blue-chip organisation
THE ROLE
*Perform payroll processing activities in support of assigned EMEA countries.
*Ensure employees receive accurate remuneration on established pay dates, thereby ensuring the company meets its obligations.
*Ensure company meets all statutory, payroll-related obligations, including the processing of legislative deductions/payments.
*Support special project efforts as required.
*Ensure all fixed and variable payroll-related data is incorporated into payroll vendor processes and systems
*Ensure payroll inputs are provided to the payroll vendor accurately, consistently
*Collaborate with representatives from third-party payroll provider and internal stakeholders to ensure timely and accurate inputs to the payroll process
*Ensure all required historical data is maintained in accordance with local laws
*Process all tax-related input and ensure that all statutory and tax forms are processed accurately and timely
*Review and approve completeness and accuracy of vendor payroll calculation outputs
*Approve monthly, quarterly, annual and other periodicity reports to the management of the company, local authorities and other recipients; provide client ad hoc reporting support, as necessary
*Review, upload and approve banking files for salary and third-party statutory payments
*Review, approve and upload monthly payroll general ledger journal entry to SAP
*Resolve all assigned payroll-related queries in a professional and timely manner, escalating as necessary
*Calculate manual / out-of-cycle payments where required
*Ensure payroll procedures are kept up to date; identify continuous improvements opportunities
*Support payroll audit activity and general projects, as required

THE IDEAL PERSON
*Experience with vendor supported payroll processes
*Proven experience reviewing and developing payroll procedures and policies
*Prior experience working as part of a multi-national company is a plus
*A team player with the ability to take initiative
*Excellent interpersonal skills
*Demonstrates resilience and determination
*Advanced Excel skills (Pivots and VLookups)
*Strong customer service focus
APPLY TODAY FOR THIS GREAT ROLE