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Interim Payroll Assistant - Entertainment

  • Location: London
  • Salary: £35,000 - £45,000 per annum
  • Job Type:Temporary

Posted 5 days ago

  • Sector: finance
  • Type: hybrid
  • Contact: Edward Cardona
  • Contact Email: edward.cardona@handle.co.uk
  • Duration: 6 months
  • Expiry Date: 08 February 2025
  • Job Ref: BBBH111262A

We're looking for a Payroll Specialist to join a renowned entertainment group in West London! This role ensures accurate, timely payroll processing whilst collaborating with internal and external stakeholders in the European region.

Responsibilities

  • Process fixed and variable payroll data (e.g., new hires, leavers, bonuses) accurately and on time via payroll vendors

  • Collaborate with payroll providers and internal teams to ensure smooth payroll operations and address escalations

  • Maintain compliance with statutory requirements, including tax filings and legislative payments

  • Approve payroll calculations, banking files, and general ledger entries; produce management and statutory reports

  • Resolve payroll-related queries and legal entity concerns in a timely and professional manner

  • Perform manual payroll calculations and variance analyses as needed

  • Continuously improve payroll procedures, support audit activities, and participate in team initiatives

Requirements

  • Knowledge of employee taxes and benefits; multinational company experience preferred

  • Advanced Excel skills (Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP)

  • Strong analytical, organisational and interpersonal skills

  • Immediately Available preferred

Handle actively welcomes applicants from under-represented backgrounds - we pride ourselves on attracting the best talent for every opportunity through a commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion.