Payroll Team Leader - Europe

**DESCRIPTION**

We are looking for a talented Payroll Team Leader – Europe to join our team in Darlington, United Kingdom. This role will oversee payroll operations across multiple European countries, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and exceptional service delivery.

This is a 12-month temporary position covering maternity leave.

In this role, you will make an impact in the following ways:

+ Lead and mentor a team of payroll professionals, fostering engagement and accountability through regular one-to-one meetings and performance reviews.

+ Ensure accurate and timely payroll processing across multiple European countries, maintaining compliance with local regulations and company policies.

+ Act as the escalation point for complex payroll queries and system issues, driving timely and effective resolutions.

+ Oversee SOx-compliant payroll approvals and serve as a signatory for manual payments, safeguarding financial integrity.

+ Drive continuous improvement initiatives (e.g., 6S, VST, 7 Step) and contribute to process optimisation projects, including upcoming payroll implementations for Belgium and Italy.

+ Collaborate closely with HR Operations, HR Business Partners, and external vendors to deliver seamless payroll services and meet service-level standards.

+ Maintain and update payroll documentation and procedures to ensure audit readiness and compliance with internal controls.

+ Stay ahead of legislative changes impacting payroll and implement necessary updates to processes and systems.

**RESPONSIBILITIES**

To be successful in this role, you will need the following:

+ Strong leadership and communication skills to guide a diverse team and build effective stakeholder relationships.

+ Advanced proficiency in payroll systems and Microsoft Excel for data analysis, reporting, and troubleshooting.

+ Ability to manage complex, multi-country payroll operations while ensuring accuracy and compliance under tight deadlines.

+ A proactive mindset for problem-solving and continuous improvement, with resilience in handling challenges.

**QUALIFICATIONS**

Education/Experience:

+ College, university, or equivalent degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.

+ Intermediate-level experience in payroll administration, preferably within a multi-country or European context.

+ Familiarity with SOx controls, statutory reporting, and payroll-related tax compliance.

+ Experience leading teams and managing performance cycles in a fast-paced environment.

**Job** Human Resources

**Organization** Cummins Inc.

**Role Category** Hybrid

**Job Type** Exempt - Experienced

**ReqID** 2421752

**Relocation Package** No