Payroll Analyst
Payroll Analyst
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Job Description
Welcome to Warner Bros. Discovery the stuff dreams are made of.
Who We Are
When we say the stuff dreams are made of were not just referring to the world of wizards dragons and superheroes or even to the wonders of Planet Earth. Behind WBDs vast portfolio of iconic content and beloved brands are the storytellers bringing our characters to life the creators bringing them to your living rooms and the dreamers creating whats next
From brilliant creatives to technology trailblazers across the globe WBD offers career defining opportunities thoughtfully curated benefits and the tools to explore and grow into your best selves. Here you are supported here you are celebrated here you can thrive.
Your New Role
Join Warner Bros. Discovery as a dedicated EMEA Payroll Operations Analyst within the Global Business Services People and Culture Shared Services Payroll Operations Department. The Payroll Operations Analyst plays a crucial role in payroll administration conducting audits and implementing best practices in payroll processes. This position involves compiling analyzing and documenting issues related to payroll and associated activities to identify systemic problems. The Analyst will also be responsible for researching and responding to payroll inquiries supporting internal audits and preparing materials for external and internal auditors. Active participation in special projects is expected. If you are detailoriented and enthusiastic about ensuring payroll excellence we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity.
Your Role Accountabilities
International Payroll Operations Execution:
Ensure accurate and timely execution of payrolls in the EMEA region.
Collaborate closely with Safeguard our global payroll provider for precise and punctual processing.
Act as the primary contact for the outsourced payroll service provider.
Compliance and Point of Contact:
Ensure compliance with payroll processing calendars for each country.
Serve as the point of contact for international payroll operations employee issues benefits and inquiries related to payroll tools and processes.
Resolve payrollrelated inquiries from employees agencies and other internal/external parties.
Manage ticket requests in the case management system for payment issuance and other payroll issues.
Analysis and Documentation:
Compile analyze and document issues related to payroll and fiscal activities to identify systemic problems.
Identify opportunities and contribute to implementing continuous improvements in payroll procedures.
Collaboration and Support:
Work closely with Legal Finance and HR to ensure payroll compliance.
Support internal audits in various payroll areas and prepare materials for external and internal auditors.
Reporting and Data Analysis:
Compile statistics and reports regularly including ad hoc requests and Yearend reporting.
Perform data analysis by running reports and utilizing Excel functionality (vlookups index match pivot tables).
Testing and Special Projects:
Participate in testing of payroll systems or process changes and enhancements.
Contribute to other special projects as required.
Qualifications & Experience
Experience: Minimum 5 years of experience in payroll operations supporting EMEA markets while managing sensitive and confidential information is . Experience in a shared service large multibusiness unit organization is a plus.
Education: bachelors degree in business Accounting Finance or a related field or equivalent combination of work experience required. Payroll certification a plus.
Language Requirements: Must be bilingual. English speaking.
Technical Skills: Experience with Workday HR/Safeguard payroll or other SaaS payroll tools required (SAP or PeopleSoft) with payroll integration and mass data loads (EIB) preferred. Knowledge of Microsoft is required particularly with MS Excel.
Relationship Management: Strong relationship skills. Experienced in building and maintaining effective collaborations. Recognized for reliability integrity and trustworthiness.
Process Management: Solid knowledge of payroll and compensation practices (salary benefits taxes etc) and statutory requirements for EMEA plus statutory requirements across countries in EMEA is required. Skilled in process management improvements and reengineering. Ability to manage high volume activities on time in a fastpaced environment.
Organizational Skills: Excellent planning time management prioritization and followup skills. Has strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
Communication & Influence: Exceptional communication and customer service skills capable of conveying complex information clearly at all levels and in English.
Whats in it for you...
Contract of employment
Hybrid work model flexible working hours
Free access to Max
Benefit package: private medical health care life insurance MyBenefit cafeteria including sport card social funds retirement pension plans recognition platform employee referral program
Worklife balance initiatives: wellbeing platform yoga massages educational webinars Employee Assistance Program internal media initiatives
training & development: sharing the cost of English lessons Employee Resource Groups Bridge learning platform sharing sessions with experts periodic movie shows in the office cinema room
CSR activities: volunteering eco & social initiatives
Casual dress code
Parking space available for booking
#LIHybrid
How We Get Things Done
This last bit is probably the most important! Here at WBD our guiding principles are the core values by which we operate and are central to how we get things done. You can find them at along with some insights from the team on what they mean and how they show up in their day to day. We hope they resonate with you and look forward to discussing them during your interview.
Championing Inclusion at WBD
Warner Bros. Discovery embraces the opportunity to build a workforce that reflects a wide array of perspectives backgrounds and experiences. Being an equal opportunity employer means that we take seriously our responsibility to consider qualified candidates on the basis of merit regardless of sex gender identity ethnicity age sexual orientation religion or belief marital status pregnancy parenthood disability or any other category protected by law.If youre a qualified candidate with a disability and you require adjustments or accommodations during the job application and/or recruitment process please visit our accessibility page for instructions to submit your request.
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
