Payroll Officer

Who Are We

Hansen Technologies (ASX: HSN) is a global software and services provider, serving energy, water/utilities, and telecommunications industries. With customers in 80+ countries, we foster collaboration across 26 global offices. From 5G advancements to renewable energy transitions, we empower customers to overcome challenges, innovate, and drive new business models.

At Hansen, we are also embedding AI enablement across our operations. From automating workflows and enhancing service delivery, to driving innovation in customer solutions, AI is shaping the next chapter of how we support our clients. With a focus on operational excellence and innovation, Hansen is using AI not just as a tool, but as a strategic enabler to deliver smarter, faster, and more resilient solutions for the future.

This role based in our Hammersmith office.

Why This Role Matters

As a Payroll Specialist you will be a highly motivated and enthusiastic individual, ready to roll up your sleeves, taking full ownership and running of the end-to-end payroll cycle for specific regions within EMEA, performing all payroll-related tasks, including but not limited to processing new hires, tax changes, salary garnishments, deductions, overtime and other additional payments. You will build and maintain strong working relationships within HR and other departments, to ensure all tax reporting, benefits administration and payroll issues are handled accurately and responsibly, whilst complying with all company and local regulatory standards. 

What You’ll Do 

• Processing multiple payrolls for the EMEA region, for example Finland, Germany and Sweden 

• Maintaining accurate payroll processing system and records, by collating, checking, calculating, and preparing payroll input data, such as joiners, leavers, and existing employee changes, ensuring accuracy, validity of supporting documentation, and compliance with authorization procedures

• Working with the Financial Controllers on completing the month-end payroll analysis.

• Identifying, investigating, and resolving discrepancies between HRM system, timesheet system and internal payroll reports in a timely manner

• Managing all payroll related queries, proactively resolving them or escalating when necessary

• Preparing and finalizing payroll reports ready for submission and approval for payment

• Working collaboratively with HR and payroll provider in processing accurate absence leave and staff insurance refunds within the required timeframe

• Processing pension and benefits changes, working with HR and external stakeholder providers to ensure data is accurately maintained and reported in a timely manner

• Monitoring and tracking payroll related activities to make sure these are communicated and delivered on time, and to the required expectations

• Ensuring all payroll regulatory filings are completed and statutory reporting deadlines are met

• Assisting the finance team with driving global payroll strategy, streamlining processes to ensure consistency, accuracy, and best-in-class services are continually provided

• Assisting in payroll reporting for management reports metrics and statistics as needed

• Providing support to the payroll manager and other team members as and when required.

What You Bring 

• Minimum 2 years’ payroll experience in running UK payrolls (In-House preferred but not essential), with exposure EU regional payrolls would be desirable but not essential.

• Comprehensive understanding of Tax and Payroll Laws and all other aspects of payroll and pension administration

• A Team-Player with strong communication skills, as well as self-motivated and highly organised to meet deadlines

• Experience gained within an international group

• Proficient in Excel (with regular use of Pivot Tables, XLookup, SumIFS, and SumProduct functions)

• Detail-oriented with working knowledge of basic accounting and payroll practices

• Comfortable dealing with International Payroll partners located in overseas offices and escalating any service issues to the Payroll Manager.

• Able to display sensitivity, discretion and integrity in dealing with confidential and sensitive matters concerning remuneration and benefits

You’re someone who (may) have:

• Experience in a similar role working in utilities (gas and electricity) industry.

Why Join Us?

At Hansen, you’ll be part of a diverse, inclusive, and collaborative global team. Our culture is built around values such as People and Family, Treat It Like It’s Your Own, Focused and Committed, and One United Team. We look for people who are curious, respectful, engaged, and keen to work across geographies with talented teams.