We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Payroll Analyst to join our team, delivering multi-country payroll. You will be based at our contemporary, state of the heart, modern Head Office in Leicester, UK 4 days a week, with 1 day working from home, where you will be supporting UK, Ireland and Sweden with payroll activities. If you have an understanding of payroll legislation and statutory obligations within the UK and are interested in widening your experience to cover other countries, whilst working for a global industry leading organisation, then apply today!
- Payroll Processing
Prepare and process end‑to‑end payroll for employees in the UK, Ireland, and Sweden.
Validate monthly input data including new starters, leavers, transfers, absences, bonuses, and contractual changes.
Conduct pre‑ and post‑payroll checks to ensure accuracy and completeness.
Reconcile payroll outputs and coordinate approvals within required deadlines.
Deliver payroll results to Finance for posting, reporting, and audit purposes. - Compliance & Statutory Requirements
Ensure payroll operation complies with:
HMRC regulations in the UK (PAYE, NI, student loans, statutory payments, RTI submissions).
Revenue Commissioners requirements in Ireland (PAYE Modernisation, USC, PRSI, statutory payments).
Swedish Tax Agency (Skatteverket) regulations (PAYE tax, social security contributions, statutory reporting).
Maintain up‑to‑date knowledge of legislation changes and apply them to payroll processes.
Ensure statutory submissions are completed accurately and on time (e.g., RTI, PAYE returns, employer declarations). - Employee Support & Query Resolution
Act as the point of contact for employee payroll queries across the three regions.
Provide clear, timely explanations on payslips, deductions, benefits, and statutory entitlements.
Manage escalations professionally and maintain positive employee experience. - Systems & Data Management
Maintain accurate employee records in payroll and HRIS systems.
Ensure all payroll inputs are captured, validated, and stored securely.
Support system upgrades, testing, and process enhancements.
Work with external payroll providers where applicable to ensure quality and accuracy. - Reporting & Reconciliation
Prepare payroll reconciliations and variance reporting for Finance and HR.
Support audit activities (internal and external) with required documentation.
Produce required payroll reports for management, finance, HR, and other stakeholders. - Cross‑Functional Collaboration
Work closely with HR teams to ensure payroll reflects accurate employee information.
Partner with Finance for month‑end activities, journal entries, and budget insights.
Liaise with external vendors, authorities, and auditors as needed.
- You will be a highly meticulous, numerically minded Payroll Analyst, with experience of support the UK with payroll activities. You will have high attention to detail and excellent stakeholder management skills. You will be comfortable with working under pressure, whilst maintaining accuracy, with a strong problem-solving ability and a proactive approach to your work.
For This Role, You Will Need:
- Strong understanding of UK payroll legislation and statutory obligations.
- Experience with payroll systems (e.g., Workday, SAP, ADP, or local in‑country platforms).
- High proficiency with Excel (pivot tables, formulas, reconciliations).
- Strong numerical accuracy and attention to detail.
- High sense of confidentiality and data protection awareness
- Background in HR, Finance, or shared services environments.
- An understanding of payroll legislation and statutory obligations in Ireland and/ or Sweden would be advantageous.
- Prior experience working with external payroll providers is advantageous.
- At Emerson, we prioritize a workplace where every employee is valued, respected, and empowered to grow. We foster an environment that encourages innovation, collaboration, and diverse perspectives—because we know that great ideas come from great teams. Our commitment to ongoing career development and growing an inclusive culture ensures you have the support to thrive. Whether through mentorship, training, or leadership opportunities, we invest in your success so you can make a lasting impact. We believe diverse teams, working together are key to driving growth and delivering business results.
We recognise the importance of employee wellbeing. We prioritise providing competitive benefit plans to meet yours and your family’s physical, mental, financial, and social needs. We provide wellbeing benefits, healthcare plans and eyecare, benefits centred around professional development, Employee Assistance Program, employee resource groups, recognition, and much more. Our culture offers flexible time off plans, including paid family leave (maternal, adoption and paternal) and holiday leave.
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Emerson is a global leader in automation technology and software. Through our deep domain expertise and legacy of flawless execution, Emerson helps customers in critical industries like life sciences, energy, power and renewables, chemical and advanced factory automation operate more sustainably while improving productivity, energy security and reliability.
With global operations and a comprehensive portfolio of software and technology, we are helping companies implement digital transformation to measurably improve their operations, conserve valuable resources and enhance their safety.
We offer equitable opportunities, celebrate diversity, and embrace challenges with confidence that, together, we can make an impact across a broad spectrum of countries and industries. Whether you’re an established professional looking for a career change, an undergraduate student exploring possibilities, or a recent graduate with an advanced degree, you’ll find your chance to make a difference with Emerson. Join our team – let’s go!
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