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EMEA Payroll Specialist

AT Royal Caribbean Group
Royal Caribbean Group

EMEA Payroll Specialist

Staines, United Kingdom

Journey with us! Combine your career goals and sense of adventure by joining our exciting team of employees. Royal Caribbean Group is pleased to offer a competitive compensation & benefits package, and excellent career development opportunities, each offering unique ways to explore the world.

About Us

Royal Caribbean Group is the world's largest cruise line, having a record-breaking year and launching not one but TWO brand new ships in 2024, including a brand-new class of ship in Icon of the Seas! It couldn't be a more exciting time to join a global business that is blazing a trail in the travel industry right now.

With our 3 brands Royal Caribbean International, Celebrity Cruises & Silversea we have ships in South America, Europe, Asia, Australia, and several North American markets beyond our headquarters in Miami, FL. We cover the globe. No matter where our guests want to go, Royal Caribbean Group has a ship that can deliver a world-class vacation.

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At Royal Caribbean Group we never rest on our laurels; we constantly strive to improve our work and be at the forefront of the industry. The work that we do is exciting, challenging, and innovative. You get to work both independently and as part of a collaborative and dynamic international team. We are passionate, we are innovative, and we are unstoppable.

The principal responsibilities are supporting the payroll function - ensuring accurate and timely payment of employees within the EMEA region.

About the role

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Ensure accurate and timely payment of employees within the UK/EMEA region.
  • First point of contact with Payroll vendors UK/EMEA for those countries directly responsible for.
  • Maintain Payroll mailbox for communication with external payroll providers and HR teams and employee queries.
  • Close co-operation with EMEA Payroll Manager to assist where required and with Local finance.
  • Responsible for reviewing new hire entries, master file changes from myHR, and reconciling payroll files from payroll vendors as well as auditing the payroll system data to the corporate system of record.
  • Partner with colleagues to assist with payroll processes, cycles, and projects with HRBP's, business leaders, Global/Regional Finance, and other stakeholders, to ensure smooth delivery of the payroll processes, cycles & projects
  • Assist with monthly fluxes and provided detailed support to the international accounting team
  • Assist with research projects and preparation of management reports as needed
  • Ensure operational and SOX controls are properly performed within the payroll process
  • Assist with audit queries concerning payroll and payroll controls as required
  • Will assist with implementation of the International global payroll platform solution

QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION
  • Experience of UK and International payroll processing
  • Processing payroll in EMEA (or APAC) region experience
  • Possess a working knowledge of international payroll-related requirements and regulations
  • Knowledge of international payroll vendor(s) software/processes
  • Maintain confidentiality in all assignments and in all information obtained
  • Ability to organize and prioritise work to meet deadlines
  • Experience using banking and accounting systems
  • High degree of accuracy and attention to detail
  • Good working knowledge of excel
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to interact at all levels of the organization both internally and externally
  • Fluent English, any other language will be an asset

What we Offer. At Royal Caribbean Group, we are client-centric but put people first. We have a culture where everyone is trusted and valued in equal measure, whatever your role in the company. We are propelled by people. Our employees and crew are the driving force behind our success. Our aim is to recruit, develop and retain world class people, who come to Royal Caribbean to do the best work of their careers.

We are committed to employee development, and you will have the opportunity to learn from some of the most experienced people in the business. We regularly reward and promote success, encouraging staff to take on new challenges and responsibilities to aid progression.

Our remuneration package includes our competitive pension, private healthcare, life assurance cover to name a few. In addition, every permanent member of staff that works at Royal Caribbean is eligible for our cruise request program and friends & family cruise discounts.

With good transport links to our modern offices in Surrey, we have plenty of free parking, a free shuttle bus from the train station, on-site restaurant, and on-site gym. We take a flexible approach to work. We currently work a combination of days in the office and work from home.

Come join the team - Journey with us, succeed with us, grow with us.

We know there's a lot to consider. As you go through the application process, our recruiters will be glad to provide guidance, and more relevant details to answer any additional questions.

Thank you again for your interest in Royal Caribbean Group. We'll hope to see you onboard soon.

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Client-provided location(s): Weybridge, UK
Job ID: royal_carribean-1217538800
Employment Type: Other

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA
    • HSA
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • Pet Insurance
    • Mental Health Benefits
    • Virtual Fitness Classes
  • Parental Benefits

    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
    • Adoption Leave
    • Fertility Benefits
    • Adoption Assistance Program
    • Family Support Resources
    • On-site/Nearby Childcare
  • Work Flexibility

    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Commuter Benefits Program
    • Casual Dress
    • Company Outings
    • On-Site Cafeteria
    • Holiday Events
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K)
    • Stock Purchase Program
    • Performance Bonus
    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Company Equity
    • Relocation Assistance
    • Financial Counseling
    • Profit Sharing
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Internship Program
    • Leadership Training Program
    • Professional Coaching
    • Learning and Development Stipend
    • Lunch and Learns
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program

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