Payroll Specialist Job Specification
About Flutter Entertainment
Flutter Entertainment is a global leader in sports betting, gaming, and entertainment, with annual revenues of $11.7 Bn and a customer base of over 12 million players (in 2023) driven by a portfolio of iconic brands, including Paddy Power, Betfair, FanDuel, PokerStars and Sportsbet. As a pioneering force in the industry, Flutter is at the forefront of technological innovation, offering seamless digital experiences to millions of customers worldwide. With a commitment to responsible gaming and a focus on customer-first strategies, Flutter leverages its scale, diverse offerings, and data-driven insights to deliver entertainment while ensuring the highest safety and compliance standards. Its dynamic approach to global growth has positioned Flutter as a dominant player in established and emerging markets, pushing the boundaries of the entertainment experience. Listed on both the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) and the London Stock Exchange (LSE), Flutter was recently included in TIME's 100 Most Influential Companies of 2024 in the 'Pioneers' section. Our ambition is to transform global gaming and betting to deliver long-term growth and a positive, sustainable future for our sector. Together, we are Changing the Game.
About Flutter Entertainment India
Our office, located in the heart of Hi-Tech City in Hyderabad, is the Global Capability Center for Flutter Entertainment. Now home to 700+ talented colleagues, we are driving the future of entertainment across critical areas like Technology, Infosec, Procurement, Customer, and HR Operations. We are committed to crafting impactful solutions for all our brands and divisions to power Flutter's incredible growth and global impact. Our portfolio of world-class brands, global scale, and challenger mindset presents a powerful combination. We have ambitious growth plans and goals for the future and the global and local scale to achieve them.
Role Overview
The payroll team is responsible for managing the end-to-end payroll operation for the UK, Ireland, Malta, Portugal, Ceuta, India and Spain, ensuring that each stage of the payroll process is actioned properly; that all employees are paid correctly; that appropriate and accurate information is provided to the Finance Team and other internal departments; that correct information and payments are made to local tax departments, pension providers and other statutory bodies.
Key Responsibilities
The Payroll Specialist will have allocated payrolls to manage and, working together with the payroll team, the Payroll Specialist will:
- input/upload data relating to employee’s payments & deductions into the payroll database in line with the payroll timetable and processing checklist.
- ensure that employees are paid on time and receive the correct payments by completing the documented pre and post processing checks.
- ensure that correct payments, reports and returns are made to HMRC, the pension providers and other statutory bodies.
- carry out pay period and year end processes essential for statutory and other returns.
- ensure that all deductions are reconciled, and all 3rd party payments are reconciled to the payroll deductions before payment is released.
- deal with enquiries from employees and external contacts and agencies, by telephone or in writing.
- conduct regular checks to ensure the integrity of the payroll database, updating data as necessary and ensuring that the payroll database is working properly and that problems are identified to the Senior Payroll Manager.
- maintain up to date and comprehensive payroll processing procedures and timetables.
- prepare information from the payroll as required by other areas of the business to an agree timeline.
- reconcile all payroll payments & deductions to the financial ledger (General Ledger) and liaise closely with colleagues in the Finance Department to ensure that monthly reconciliations are undertaken.
- in conjunction with the Payroll Manager, plan the best way to implement legislative changes and ensure that standard procedures are developed to support any such changes.
- participate in any projects to develop the payroll processes and database, taking a lead on identifying improvements and playing a key role in implementing any resultant changes.
- work closely with other payroll team members so ensure cross training on payrolls is achieved.
- provide payroll cover when other team members are absent.
- undertake any other duties appropriate to the role, as required by the Payroll Manager.
TO EXCEL IN THIS ROLE, YOU WILL NEED TO HAVE :
- A positive and good-humored nature with a ‘can-do’ attitude (essential).
- Ability to deal with sensitive matters professionally and confidentially (essential).
- Accuracy and an eye for detail, with a meticulous, systematic approach to problem solving (essential).
- Excellent organisational skills (essential).
- Ability to work on own initiative and to tight deadlines (essential).
- Able to work flexibly and work the necessary hours to meet the demands of the position (essential).
- A proven track record in a high-volume payroll environment (essential).
- Retail payroll processing experience (desirable).
- Detailed knowledge of UK payroll processing, tax / national insurance rules, Auto Enrolment and RTI administration (essential).
- Detailed knowledge of ROI payroll processing, tax / national insurance rules and pension scheme administration (desirable).
- Good understanding of accounting principles and their application to payroll (desirable).
- Experience of producing payroll related management information reports (desirable).
- Ability to summarise and interpret complex information using oral and written methods to meet the needs of a diverse audience (essential).
- Knowledge of Zellis Resourcelink or Workday (desirable)
- Extensive knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Outlook (essential).
BENEFITS WE OFFER
- Access to Learnerbly, Udemy , and a Self-Development Fund for upskilling.
- Career growth through Internal Mobility Programs .
- Comprehensive Health Insurance for you and dependents.
- Well-Being Fund and 24/7 Assistance Program for holistic wellness.
- Hybrid Model : 2 office days/week with flexible leave policies, including maternity, paternity, and sabbaticals.
- Free Meals, Cab Allowance , and a Home Office Setup Allowance.
- Employer PF Contribution , gratuity, Personal Accident & Life Insurance.
- Sharesave Plan to purchase discounted company shares.
- Volunteering Leave and Team Events to build connections.
- Recognition through the Kudos Platform and Referral Rewards .
WHY CHOOSE US
Flutter is an equal-opportunity employer and values the unique perspectives and experiences that everyone brings. Our message to colleagues and stakeholders is clear: everyone is welcome, and every voice matters. We have ambitious growth plans and goals for the future. Here's an opportunity for you to play a pivotal role in shaping the future of Flutter Entertainment India