This category recognises the work done by individuals who single-handedly care for an employer’s payroll. As the only payroll employee at the company they have responsibility for the payroll, but report to an HR or finance manager.

The winner of this category will be someone who demonstrates their commitment to payroll and improvement of the service offered to employees.
N.B. Not open to bureau or outsourced employees

 

2007 winner: Nichola Davidson, Aspire Defence Services

The judges said Nicola was focused on building relationships, had successfully dealt with a complex TUPE transfer and was making payroll visible.