UK Payroll Senior

Remote, South Africa

UK Payroll Senior

Location: Cape Town (Remote) | UK Payroll Expertise | Team Leadership | Employment Type: Full-Time

GCO Partners connects high-calibre South African professionals with leading accounting firms across the UK. We are partnering with an established UK accountancy practice to build a dedicated payroll team in Cape Town, and we're looking for an experienced UK Payroll Team Lead to lead the team and oversee payroll delivery across a portfolio of UK clients.

This is an opportunity to take ownership of a growing payroll function, work closely with UK-based payroll leadership, and help establish the processes and standards needed to deliver accurate, compliant and timely payroll services.

If you're an experienced UK payroll professional who enjoys leading people, solving technical challenges and building efficient processes, this is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact.

Why This Role Matters

You will act as a key link between the Cape Town payroll team and the UK practice, ensuring that multiple client payrolls are processed accurately and on time. Beyond overseeing day-to-day delivery, you'll review complex payroll calculations, support your team's...