Global Payroll Analyst

DISCOVER YOUR POTENTIAL. BUILD YOUR CAREER. JOIN US  is a leading professional services firm operating across the UK, Ireland, and the USA. We specialise in the mid‑market, supporting individuals, family businesses, and organisations with a full suite of services including audit, tax, corporate finance, payroll, people consultancy, and wealth management. With 1,000+ team members, we deliver expert support to clients all over the world.

Final date to receive applications: 6 March 2026
Department:
Global Payroll

Location:

Aberdeen

Key duties & responsibilities

• Process global and international payrolls, seeking guidance where required from the Global Payroll Advisor or relevant Service Lines
• Support personal technical development by researching solutions to payroll-related issues
• Assist with the implementation of new payrolls under the direction of the Global Payroll Advisor and Global Assistant Manager
• Support the management of Global Partners and maintain a high level of cultural awareness
• Attend client meetings, when required, to build and strengthen client relationships and gain exposure to client‑facing activities
• Maintain a comprehensive knowledge library of payroll processes for countries in which the business operates
• Create, maintain, and update accurate client process manuals for assigned payrolls, ensuring documentation meets departmental standards
• Develop and maintain a strong understanding of all global payroll systems and related software
• Act as first‑line support for trainees and assistants, providing day‑to‑day guidance and assistance
• Investigate, resolve, and respond to payroll correspondence and complex client or employee queries via the employee helpdesk

• Relevant experience in payroll or a related operational role
• Interest in developing expertise in global and international payroll delivery
• Experience working with multiple stakeholders or international teams is beneficial
• Excellent organisational and time‑management skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and Power Point
• High level of attention to detail with strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities
• Strong team player with the ability to build effective working relationships at all levels
  
  Ability to work independently, using initiative, and meet tight deadlines
• Self‑motivated, with the ability to translate ideas into practical solutions

We want you to feel supported inside and outside of work. That’s why we offer a benefits package designed for your wellbeing, lifestyle, and career.

Time Off & Family Support

• Annual leave (plus public holidays), with the option to buy or carry over leave
• Enhanced parental leave (maternity, paternity, adoption)
• Paid volunteering day to support causes that matter to you

Health & Wellbeing

• Private Medical Insurance (PMI) for you and the option to cover family members
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) for 24/7 mental health and wellbeing support
• Death in Service benefit

Financial Security

• Competitive pension scheme
• Life assurance policies to support you and your family

Flexible & Agile Working

• Hybrid working model
• Agile working culture that supports flexible hours and smarter working
• Modern office spaces designed for collaboration, focus, and wellbeing

Disclaimer

Unsolicited CVs sent to AAB by Recruitment Agencies will not be accepted for this position. AAB operates a direct sourcing model and where agency assistance is required, the Talent Acquisition team will engage directly with our recruitment partners.