Payroll Specialist

By bringing together next-gen technology and the finest live data available, Genius Sports is enabling a new era of sports for fans worldwide, delivering experiences that are more immersive, interactive and personalised than ever before. Learn more at geniussports.com

THE ROLE:

Operational delivery excellence: Responsible for the end-to-end operational delivery of the payroll including the employee experience with the monthly requirement of 100% accuracy.

Payroll and Benefits: Day-to-day responsibility for the successful processing of payroll and benefits enrolment, working with our payroll and benefits providers and finance colleagues on the delivery of these monthly processes

People Processes and Controls: Ensuring compliance with inter.al policies, external regulations and that our SOX controls are met. Working with key stakeholders (e.g., people operations, the wider people team, systems and data team) to develop new ways of working that may be more effective and appropriate to our size.

Data, Systems & Documentation: Taking ownership of people data integrity within the payroll platform ensuring that it is aligned with Workday, that data accurate and regularly updated. Support and promote effective use of Workday and other HR systems which impact and improve successful payroll delivery and accuracy.

Projects & Programmes: Act as the Finance team lead on payroll for projects relating to payroll governance, benefits renewals and implementation of any new people/benefits/payroll technology.

Communication & Ownership: Point of contact for business relationship with external providers for payroll’s managed, owning regular communication and process improvements with 3rd parties.

WHAT YOU’LL BRING:

• Manage end-to-end payroll for Bulgaria, ensuring accuracy and compliance, and correct application of summarized working hours arrangements;
• Review payroll outputs, statutory reporting, and payroll calculations (holiday, absence, sick pay);
• Maintain internal controls, audit compliance, and support system and process improvements;
• Manage pensions, healthcare, CTW, and other payroll-related enrolments;
• Ensure accurate integration of Workday data into payroll systems;
• Provide payroll advice to employees, including pay reviews, benefits, equity vesting, and support for global mobility activities;

IT WILL BE A BONUS IF YOU KNOW:

• Deep knowledge of payroll processes and experience, including experience with summarized working time and process optimization;
• Working with external payroll providers and Employer of Records;
• Experience of operating within a global business environment;
• Experience of working within internally and externally regulated frameworks e.g. ISO, Internal Audit requirements, SOX controls or similar;
• CIPP qualification and membership desirable.

We enjoy an ‘office-first’ culture and maximize opportunities to collaborate, connect and learn together. Our hybrid working models differ depending on your role and location.

As well as a competitive salary and range of benefits, we’re committed to supporting employee wellbeing and helping you grow your skills, experience and career. Learn more about how rewarding life at Genius can be at Reward | Genius Sports.

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We strive to create an inclusive working environment, where everyone feels a sense of belonging and the ability to make a difference. Learn more about our values and culture at Culture | Genius

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