Our Client, a Global Financial Services business in Liverpool Street is looking for a Payroll & Benefits Specialist who can speak fluent Polish to join their Human Resources Team.

Our client offers hybrid working (3 days a week in the office) and a fantastic range of benefits.

Reporting to the Payroll & Benefits Manager responsibilities as Payroll & Benefits Specialist will include:

Administering and Controlling Payroll Operations:

• This involves overseeing the day-to-day payroll operations for employees in the EMEA region.
• Ensuring that all payroll-related tasks are completed accurately and on time.

Processing Payroll Using Third-Party Providers:

• Coordinating with third-party payroll providers to process employee salaries, deductions, and benefits accurately.
• Verifying the accuracy of data provided to these providers.

Compliance with Payroll Accounting Requirements:

• Ensuring that all payroll transactions are in line with accounting standards.
• Conducting regular reconciliations to identify and rectify any discrepancies.

Payroll Tax Reporting and Filing:

• Managing payroll tax reporting and filing requirements with the statutory authorities in the EMEA region.
• Ensuring that all tax filings are accurate and submitted on time.

Compliance with Regional Laws:

• Keeping up-to-date with regional-specific payroll laws and regulations.
• Ensuring that all payroll processes and reporting are in compliance with these laws.

Providing Payroll and Tax Support:

• Serving as the first point of contact for employees' payroll and tax-related queries.

Employee Benefits Management:

• Managing and administering employee benefits.
• Handling queries related to benefits, joiners, leavers, and changes.

Collaboration with HR and Reward Teams:

• Partnering with the HR and Reward teams to ensure alignment on compensation, benefits, and payroll matters.

Monitoring Payroll Regulations:

• Staying informed about changes in payroll regulations in the EMEA region.
• Ensuring that the organization remains compliant with evolving laws.

Reconciliation of Payroll Accounts:

• Assisting the finance department with reconciliations of payroll accounts.
• Ensuring accuracy in financial records.

Advising on Compensation, Benefits, and Tax Issues:

• Providing guidance on matters related to employee compensation, benefits, and tax implications.
• Staying knowledgeable about employment legislation affecting payroll.

Monthly Payroll Cost Reporting:

• Monitoring, processing, and reporting on monthly payroll costs to support financial planning and budgeting.

The Profile of the Candidate:

• Fluent Polish speaker
• Prior experience in payroll/human resources managing multinational payrolls
• Experience in working and liaising with outsourced payrolls
• Strong analytical, problem solving, and organisational skills.

Benefits

• Hybrid working, 3 days in the office per week
• Up to 10% Pension ContributioN
• Private Medical
• Life & Income Protection Insurance
• Gym Membership (£1k)
• Season Ticket Loan
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• 25 days holiday increaseing after 2 years employment to 30 days
• Employee Assistance Programme