My client, a global media business based near HAMMERSMITH STATION is seeking an Interim_EMEA Payroll Manager _to join this blue-chip organisation THE ROLE Adapt departmental plans and priorities to address resource and operational challenges Act as escalation point for all EMEA payroll service issues in assigned countries and support timely resolution efforts through vendor Ensure employees receive accurate remuneration on the published pay dates, thereby ensuring that the Company meets its contractual obligations Coordinate and carefully maintain relationships between third party payroll providers and Disney internal partners to ensure timely and accurate payroll process Approve monthly, quarterly, annual and other periodicity reports to the management of the Company, local authorities and other recipients Resolve all assigned payroll-related queries from employees and legal entity stakeholders in a professional and timely manner, escalating further as necessary Resolve legal entity questions and/or concerns regarding the payroll process Oversee required payments to third parties and ensure statutory deadlines are met Support and provide appropriate cover for other peer Managers within the EMEA organisation Oversee and ensure payroll compliance in accordance with audit controls and procedures Troubleshoot SAP technical issues at a high level (e.g., GL posting discrepancies, etc.) Propose enhancements as appropriate to address improvement and efficiency opportunities THE IDEAL PERSON Experience with vendor supported payroll processes Significant related experience, ideally leading a payroll team for a large multi-national employer Strong knowledge of payroll practices, regulations and taxes across a broad spectrum of countries within EMEA High attention to detail with strong analytical and accounting skills APPLY TODAY FOR THIS GREAT ROLE