Interim Payroll Specialist

Global Accounting Network are partnering with an international technology client who are looking for an interim Payroll specialist for an initial 12 month contract.

As the Payroll Specialist, this position will take ownership of end-to-end payroll delivery for the UK workforce, partnering closely with both finance & HR.

Main Responsibilities:

• Manage the full payroll cycle for the UK (300+ employees)
• Oversee monthly payroll processes for small international offices, working with external providers.
• Ensure 100% accuracy in payroll processing, including timely data submission and reconciliation.
• Manage relationships with third-party payroll and benefits providers, handling monthly submissions, variable data uploads, and system integrations.
• Ensure alignment and accuracy between HR systems (e.g., Workday) and payroll platforms.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant legislation, internal policies, and audit/SOX controls.
• Process benefit enrolments, pension contributions, healthcare schemes, and equity-related payroll adjustments.
• Collaborate with tax teams on year-end processes, including P11Ds and other statutory reporting.
• Lead & contribute to payroll-related projects, including technology upgrades and process improvements.
• Support employees with payroll queries, benefits information, and tax-related advice.

Ideal Candidate:

• Strong experience in end-to-end payroll processing, ideally within a global or multi-location business.
• Proven track record of working with outsourced payroll providers
• Excellent understanding of payroll legislation, compliance requirements, and reporting obligations.
• Experience working within regulated environments (e.g., SOX, ISO, or internal audit frameworks).
• Familiarity with HRIS platforms, particularly Workday, and payroll system integrations.
• CIPP qualification or similar is desirable.