Payroll Lead

Payroll Lead Location: Gateshead Contract: Permanent, Full Time Hybrid Working: Up to two days per week from home Komatsu UK is one of the North East''s leading manufacturing employers and part of the globally recognised Komatsu Group, a world leader in construction, mining and industrial equipment. Based in Birtley, Komatsu UK designs, manufactures and supplies medium-sized hydraulic excavators to customers across Europe. Employing approximately 445 people, the business is recognised for its commitment to continuous improvement, employee development and workplace well being. The company holds Investors in People accreditation, ISO certifications and the Gold Award for Better Health at Work. An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Payroll Lead to take ownership of the monthly UK payroll for approximately 450 employees. This standalone Payroll Lead role offers the opportunity to manage a varied payroll operation while contributing to process improvements and the future development of the payroll function. Working closely with HR, Finance and the external payroll provider, the Payroll Lead will ensure payroll information is accurate, authorised and processed within agreed deadlines. The role will also provide support across pensions, employee benefits, company cars, reporting and payroll-related projects. Key Responsibilities as a Payroll Lead: Managing the end-to-end monthly payroll process Preparing, validating and submitting payroll data Reviewing payroll ..... full job details .....