Freelance Payroll Specialist – UK
- End: 30th September (6 months, strong extension potential)
This global streaming entertainment company is seeking a UK Payroll Specialist to be a key player in their international payroll team.
You’ll work cross-functionally, especially across US and UK time zones, ensuring smooth payroll operations and compliance.
Responsibilities
- Process payroll & expenses for UK entities using Workday.
- Manage relationships with HMRC & tax advisory firms.
- Ensure accurate & timely payroll covering base pay, taxes, pensions, benefits, and shadow payroll.
- Handle wage tax filings & compliance.
- Manage month-end close, reconciliations, and accruals.
- Partner with HR, Employee Services & Legal for an excellent payroll experience.
- Sole payroll specialist in the UK team.
Skills
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Degree in Finance, Tax, or Accounting (preferred)
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5+ years UK payroll experience (multi-entity processing)
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Workday expertise is a must (in-house processing)
- Must have experience managing UK payroll in-house using the payroll module from Workday, not as a HR system.
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Strong Excel & reporting skills
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Great communicator, adaptable & detail-oriented
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Fluent in English
Still interested?
Send us your CV – let’s talk.
*Rates depend on experience and client requirements
Job Information
Job Reference: JO-2502-350165
Salary: £280 - £280.00 per day
Salary per: zero
Job Duration: 6 months
Job Start Date: 03/03/2025
Job Industries: Account/Project/Strategy Manager Jobs
Job Locations: Greater London
Job Types: Contract