**Senior Payroll Analys** **t (DACH & Poland)** At Pearson, we help people realise the life they imagine through learning. We’re the world’s lifelong-learning company, operating in 70 countries, blending content, assessment, services and technology to enable more effective teaching and personalised learning at scale. **Role Summary** The Senior Payroll Analyst will aid in leading regional initiatives focused on standardization, compliance, process improvements, and supporting our global payroll strategy. This position requires advanced technical knowledge and sound judgment to manage complex payroll cases, benefit reconciliations, and exception handling. You will be responsible for validating and approving payroll cycles within established thresholds, conducting in-depth audits, and resolving escalated issues that demand a detailed understanding of local regulations and company policies. Collaboration is at the core of this role as you’ll partner closely with Finance on reconciliations and reporting, with HR for policy clarifications, and with other business areas during special pay events. While this is not a people management role, you’ll serve as a mentor and subject matter expert, driving continuous improvement and operational excellence across the payroll function. Based on performance, the Senior Payroll Analyst may expand their remit to additional European countries, including France, and take a lead role in regional transformation efforts **Key Responsibilities** + Ensure timely, accurate, and compliant payroll processing within DACH region and Poland + Validate and approve pay cycles, ensuring adherence to defined thresholds and internal controls. + Perform deep-dive audits and reconcile payroll accounts in collaboration with Finance. + Manage and resolve complex payroll issues and employee escalations with professionalism and empathy. + Partner with HR, Finance, and IT to ensure data accuracy and system integrity during audits, upgrades, and reporting cycles. + Identify opportunities for automation and process improvement to enhance efficiency and reduce risk. + Provide expert advice and mentorship to peers on payroll best practices, compliance, and technical matters **Key Performance Indicators** + Exceptional accuracy in payroll processing and approvals, with minimal error rates in high-value transactions. + On-time completion of reconciliations, audits, and payroll cycles. + Demonstrated delivery of process improvements reducing manual interventions or risks. + Consistent compliance with internal controls, audit standards, and regulatory requirements. + Effective resolution of escalations and stakeholder satisfaction with payroll services. **Behavioural Expectations** + Customer Centricity: Handle sensitive payroll matters with care, transparency, and respect for employee confidentiality. + Raise the Performance Bar: Continuously seek innovation and efficiency through automation and process optimization. + Collaborate for Value: Build strong partnerships across HR, Finance, and IT to ensure seamless payroll integration. + Lead and Inspire: Share expertise openly, mentor peers, and promote analytical and problem-solving growth within the team. _Pearson is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a member of E-Verify. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit and business need. We actively seek qualified candidates from all backgrounds._ _Copyright © 1996–2025 Pearson. All rights reserved._ _For more about our purpose, culture and careers, visit careers.pearson.com_ **Who we are:** At Pearson, our purpose is simple: to help people realize the life they imagine through learning. We believe that every learning opportunity is a chance for a personal breakthrough. We are the world's lifelong learning company. For us, learning isn't just what we do. It's who we are. To learn more: We are Pearson. Pearson is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a member of E-Verify. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit and business need. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status or any other group protected by law. We actively seek qualified candidates who are protected veterans and individuals with disabilities as defined under VEVRAA and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act. If you are an individual with a disability and are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our career site as a result of your disability, you may request reasonable accommodations by emailing TalentExperienceGlobalTeam@grp.pearson.com. **Job:** Operations **Job Family:** ENTERPRISE **Organization:** Corporate Human Resources **Schedule:** FULL\_TIME **Workplace Type:** Remote **Req ID:** 21292 \#LI-REMOTE