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Can Building Centers of Excellence Transform Your Payroll Operations?
Episode 14925th April 2024 • The Payroll Podcast • Nick Day - JGA Payroll Recruitment
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Today's Payroll podcast episode is brought to you by Deel,  the all-in-one Global People Platform that simplifies how you pay your global team.

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Welcome to The Payroll Podcast! I'm your host, Nick Day. Today we have a special guest, Angela Wagner, VP of Global Payroll at Pearson. Angela is a thought leader and innovator in the global payroll space.

Angela Wagner is the Vice President of Global Payroll for Pearson. She's a results-driven leader with a track record of delivering best-in-class payroll practices. Angela translates complex issues into new possibilities to showcase payroll's value. She's held leadership roles and developed teams to think big. Angela lives near Memphis with her family and three dogs.

Key Learnings:

  1. Centres of Excellence in Payroll: Implementing COEs involves assessing needs, defining roles, and integrating strategies for standardised, efficient processes that enhance governance and risk management.
  2. Adapting to AI and RPA: Payroll professionals need to develop technical skills and compliance knowledge to leverage AI and RPA for improved accuracy and efficiency in payroll processes.
  3. Cross-Departmental Collaboration: Promoting open communication and establishing joint projects helps foster collaboration between payroll, HR, and finance, breaking down organisational silos.
  4. Compliance as a Team Sport: Payroll is central to ensuring compliance with regulations, requiring cooperation across departments to build a robust culture of compliance.
  5. Skills for Payroll Leadership: Aspiring leaders should focus on strategic business understanding, embrace technology, and develop strong interpersonal and problem-solving skills.

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Connect with Angela:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/angelamwagner/


Nick Day’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nickday/

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