Kering Payroll Advisor

London • UK

Wednesday, December 18, 2024

Kering, a global luxury conglomerate, oversees the development of prestigious fashion, leather goods, and jewelry houses, including Gucci, Saint Laurent, and Balenciaga, among others. With creativity as its strategic cornerstone, Kering empowers its brands to push creative boundaries while fostering sustainable and responsible luxury. The company is committed to diversity and inclusion, ensuring a dynamic and enriching workplace.

1. Ensure accurate and timely processing of monthly UK payroll for designated brands within the Kering portfolio.
2. Serve as a contact point for complex pay and reward queries.
3. Handle complex payroll queries and administration, including gross-up payments and tax guidance.
4. Meet stated service level agreements (SLAs).
5. Conduct HR accounting, preparation and posting of journals, monthly accruals, and full reconciliation.
6. Assist with executive pay queries, associated taxes, and year-end tax responsibilities and planning.
7. Collaborate with payroll software suppliers to comply with HMRC and company requirements.
8. Participate in the checking and approval process with brand business partners.
9. Assist with processing salary reviews and bonus payments annually.
10. Generate general reports, including personnel budget analysis.
11. Ensure compliance with internal and external audit requirements.
12. Continuously review processes and procedures to maintain effective and efficient service and data flow with the wider HR team.

1. Strong knowledge of PAYE legislation for UK and Irish payroll.
2. Payroll qualification (full or part) is preferable.

1. Excellent attention to detail.
2. Analytical and process-driven mindset.
3. Proactive and 'can do' attitude.
4. Proficient IT skills, including Excel VLOOKUPs and pivot tables.
5. Ability to work under pressure with tight deadlines while accommodating business needs.
6. Strong task prioritization and confidentiality maintenance.
7. Excellent stakeholder management skills.
8. Team player with excellent communication skills.

Experience in payroll administration with a focus on UK and Irish payroll legislation is required.

Kering offers a diverse and inclusive workplace, providing opportunities for personal and professional growth in a global luxury environment.

Kering fosters a culture of diversity and inclusion, valuing varied perspectives and backgrounds to enrich the workplace. The company encourages creativity and innovation, supporting employees to express their talents individually and collectively.