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Senior Payroll Specialist

StackAdaptUnited KingdomRemote, Onsite
StackAdapt is a self-serve advertising platform that specializes in multi-channel solutions including native, display, video, connected TV, audio, in-game, and digital out-of-home ads. We empower hundreds of digitally-focused companies to deliver outcomes and exceptional campaign performance everyday. StackAdapt was founded with a vision to be more than an advertising platform, it’s a hub of innovation, imagination and creativity.
The Senior Payroll Specialist will play a key role in managing payroll operations for employees across multiple countries in the EMEA and APAC regions, including the UK, Ireland, Singapore, and Australia. This position offers an exciting opportunity to refine and innovate payroll processes in a dynamic, fast-paced, and globally expanding organisation. You’ll collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure accuracy, compliance, and efficiency while contributing to a positive employee experience.The ideal candidate is a seasoned payroll professional with extensive UK payroll expertise and experience in multinational environments.

You’ll thrive in this role if you are proactive, detail-oriented, and excited to apply your skills to a company that values adaptability, collaboration, and continuous improvement. Additionally, the candidate should embody our core values: Adopt a Growth Mindset, Be Adaptable, Bring Positive Energy, Get Stuff Done, Be Proud of Your Work, and We Only Win Together.StackAdapt is a Remote First company, we are open to candidates located anywhere in the United Kingdom willing to work within UK for this position.

What you'll be doing:


  • Manage and process payroll for employees across the EMEA and APAC regions, with a focus on the UK, Ireland, Singapore, and Australia, ensuring timely and accurate payroll cycles.
  • Ensure compliance with local payroll laws and regulations, staying updated on legislative changes to maintain accuracy and mitigate risks.
  • Maintain the confidentiality and accuracy of employee payroll data, leveraging advanced payroll tools such as ADP, Celergo, or similar systems.
  • Monitor, analyze, and improve payroll processes, identifying areas for optimization and implementing solutions to enhance efficiency.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including People & Culture, Finance, and Compliance, to support seamless integration and execution of payroll activities.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including HR, Finance, and Compliance, to support seamless integration and execution of payroll activities.
  • Provide key support during internal and external audits by maintaining accurate, up-to-date payroll documentation and ensuring data integrity.
  • Serve as a subject matter expert on payroll processes and identifying opportunities for process improvements.

What you’ll bring to the table:


  • 3+ years of experience with UK payroll laws, with proven expertise in global payroll processes across the EMEA and APAC regions.
  • Demonstrated ability to design, implement, and refine payroll processes, focusing on compliance, accuracy, and efficiency.
  • Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to multitask and handle competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
  • Excellent communication skills, self-motivation, and a positive “can do” attitude.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite; experience with ADP Workforce Now, ADP Celergo, BambooHR, or UKG is an asset.
  • Bachelor’s degree or Certification in Payroll, Accounting, Finance, or Human Resources preferred.

StackAdapt is a diverse and inclusive team of collaborative, hardworking individuals trying to make a dent in the universe. No matter who you are, where you are from, who you love, follow in faith, disability (or superpower) status, ethnicity, or the gender you identify with (if you’re comfortable, let us know your pronouns), you are welcome at StackAdapt. If you have any requests or requirements to support you throughout any part of the interview process, please let our Talent team know.

About StackAdapt


We've been recognized for our diverse and supportive workplace, high performing campaigns, award-winning customer service, and innovation. We've been awarded:Ad Age Best Places to Work 2024G2 Top Software and Top Marketing and Advertising Product for 2024Campaign’s Best Places to Work 2023 for the UK2024 Best Workplaces for Women and in Canada by Great Place to Work®#1 DSP on G2 and leader in a number of categories including Cross-Channel Advertising#LI-RemoteApply for this job

Life at StackAdapt

StackAdapt is the no. 1 performing native advertising platform helping brands accelerate customer engagement and acquisition. This state-of-the-art platform is where some of the most progressive work in machine learning meets cutting-edge user experience. Ranking the highest in customer satisfaction and performance by G2 Crowd in the DSP category for the fourth time, StackAdapt is one of the fastest growing companies in Canada and ranks 6th in Deloitte's Technology Fast 50 ranking and 23rd in Fast 500 in North America. Interested in finding out more about us, visit: www.stackadapt.com Our purpose is to fearlessly invent the future. We think that we are in a unique position, given our work in machine learning and data science, to understand the complexity of human behaviour. We believe our research will help us master the art of problem-solving, invent technology that helps solve some of the world's greatest challenges and advance human existence by transcending our inherent limitations. For career opportunities at StackAdapt, visit: www.stackadapt.com/careers
Thrive Here & What We Value1. Remote First Company2. Open to candidates located anywhere in North America (EST)3. Diverse and inclusive team of collaborative individuals4. Friendly, welcoming, supportive culture5. Work from home reimbursements6. Coverage and support for personal development initiatives7. Awesome parental leave policy8. Social and virtual team events10. Competitive salary with commission scheme12. Comprehensive mental health care platform13. Access to StackAdapt programmatic courses and certifications14. Mentorship opportunities with industry leaders15. Optional global WeWork membership for home office change
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