Global Payroll, Compliance, and Tax News: May Round-Up

As businesses continue to expand across borders, staying on top of shifting payroll regulations and tax updates is more critical than ever. From legislative changes to open positions in global payroll to fresh resources and news from the payroll industry, our monthly round-up brings you the latest developments from around the world. Whether you're managing a global workforce or just keeping an eye on what’s ahead, this digest is your essential guide to staying compliant and informed.

Payroll Manager in Blackwood Jailed for Stealing £21,000

A payroll manager in Blackwood, Wales has been sentenced after stealing more than £21,000 from his employer. The theft occurred over a three-year period in which the manager manipulated payroll data to pay himself unauthorized sums. The court heard that he used the funds to cover his gambling and cocaine addictions.

Read more here.

Quebec Health Network's Payroll System Overhaul in Disarray

A major transformation of the Quebec health network’s payroll system has been plagued by delays, rising costs from $202 million to $430 million. The government-backed upgrade, which meant to modernize payroll processes across public health institutions has faced internal criticism and logistical breakdowns.

Read more here.

$89M Payroll Fraud Scheme Exposed in U.S.

Four Honduran nationals have been indicted in the U.S. for orchestrating an $89 million payroll scheme involving the illegal employment of undocumented workers. The suspects allegedly created multiple shell companies to issue false payroll records, avoiding taxes and worker protections.

Read more here.

EMEA: United Kingdom Defers Mandatory Payrolling of Benefits in Kind to April 2027

HMRC has postponed mandatory payrolling of benefits in kind to April 2027, allowing employers more time to prepare. The extension will help businesses align data collection with real-time reporting requirements. A phased rollout includes consultations in 2025 and guidance updates in 2026. Penalties for non-compliance will be light in the first year, with full enforcement from 2028/29.

Read more here.

North America: Proposed U. S. Tax Bill Includes Deductions for Tips and Overtime Pay

President Trump’s proposed “big, beautiful bill” includes new tax deductions for tips and overtime pay, fulfilling key campaign promises. The House Ways and Means Committee’s draft allows workers to deduct these earnings from their taxable income between 2025 and 2028, though full details are still sparse. Only certain workers earning under $160,000 annually would qualify. The legislation still awaits Senate approval.

Read more here.

LATAM: Bolivia Increases Minimum Wage and Sectoral Salaries

Bolivia has raised the national minimum wage to BOB 2,750 for 2025 and introduced a 5% salary increase for workers in health, education, police, and military sectors. These changes, effective retroactively from 1 January 2025, also impact personal income tax calculations due to the minimum wage’s role in determining exempt income thresholds.

Read more here.

APAC: Philippines Declares June 6 Regular Holiday for Eid’l Adha

The Philippine government has declared June 6 2025 a regular holiday in observance of Eid’l Adha. Employees who work on this day must receive 200% of their daily wage, while those who do not work are entitled to 100% pay, in accordance with national labor laws.

Read more here.

Spain's government has approved a bill to reduce the standard workweek from 40 to 37.5 hours without reducing pay, aiming to enhance productivity and work-life balance. The measure, which would affect approximately 12.5 million private sector workers, now awaits parliamentary approval. While trade unions support the proposal, business associations express concerns about potential impacts on small businesses.

Read more here.

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The OECD has released a document highlighting 28 recurring errors made by multinational enterprise (MNE) groups when preparing Country-by-Country (CbC) reports. These include common data issues such as missing or incorrect Tax Identification Numbers and use of invalid characters in XML filings. The OECD urges MNEs to review these errors to ensure compliance, as inaccuracies hinder the effectiveness of tax risk assessments and data use by tax authorities.

Check out the full OECD report.

With the current payroll talent shortage, there are plenty of exciting opportunities for payroll professionals. Here is an overview of some current payroll and compliance job openings.

Global Payroll Manager – Fin-Tech Scale-Up

A fast-growing global fin-tech company is hiring its first permanent Global Payroll Manager to build and lead their payroll function across EMEA, the U.S., and the UK. The role focuses on managing end-to-end payroll processes, compliance, and system optimization. This remote-first position offers a hands-on leadership opportunity within a dynamic, scaling environment.

Find more details here.

Global Payroll Manager – CUBE

CUBE, a leading RegTech company, is seeking a Payroll Manager to oversee payroll operations across the UK, U.S., India, Sri Lanka, and Australia. The role involves managing outsourced payroll providers, ensuring regulatory compliance, and driving process improvements. This new position supports their rapid global growth and requires strong international payroll expertise.

Find more details here.

Reward & Payroll Manager – Bruin

A financial services firm is recruiting a Reward & Payroll Manager to manage global payroll, lead compensation cycles, and support strategic workforce planning across the UK, U.S., and Europe. Candidates should have experience in reward and payroll, preferably with CIPP qualification, and be comfortable working in a fast-paced, international setting.

Find more details here.

Manager International Payroll – Deloitte Germany

Deloitte Germany is hiring a (Senior) Manager for international payroll to manage payroll for global clients, primarily focusing on German payroll for internationally active employees. The role includes team leadership, project management, and client advisory in tax and payroll compliance. Multiple office locations are available with flexible work options.

Find more details here.

Payroll is all about numbers. Here are some interesting facts and stats from the global payroll space.

• 42% of companies currently use AI within their payroll function (Source: HR News).

• 42% of organizations don’t have a formalized global payroll strategy in place (Source: PayrollOrg).

• 52% of multinationals process payroll in one global system (Source: PayrollOrg).

Global Payroll Awards 2025: Celebrating Excellence in Payroll 

The Global Payroll Association will host the Global Payroll Awards 2025 on 5 June at the Warsaw Polo Club in Poland. The black-tie evening event will honor outstanding individuals and organizations across the global payroll sector. Judged by senior professionals from top firms like Expedia, Vialto Partners, and Remote, the awards spotlight innovation, leadership, and teamwork in payroll excellence.

Learn more here.

CIPP Payroll Live North: Exploring Payroll Trends and Technology

The Chartered Institute of Payroll Professionals (CIPP) will host Payroll Live North on 9 July 2025 at Manchester’s Etihad Stadium. Following a successful London event, this exhibition will bring payroll professionals together for insights, networking, and expert-led sessions. One of the highlights will be a session delivered by Russell Webb on navigating payroll technology transitions.

Learn more here.

Make Your Voice Heard: LPC Consultation on Lowering National Living Wage Age Threshold

The Low Pay Commission (LPC) is consulting on how best to lower the National Living Wage (NLW) entitlement to include all workers aged 18 and over. Stakeholders are invited to comment on two proposed implementation pathways and provide evidence on the potential impacts of the change, as well as broader economic conditions and minimum wage affordability. Feedback will inform the LPC’s recommendations for future NLW and National Minimum Wage rates.

Learn more and submit your views here.

Building the Next Generation of Payroll Leaders: Join the 30x30 Movement

At this year’s Payroll Congress, Pete Tiliakos and Jason Lee co-hosted a session offering strategic guidance for payroll leaders. They outlined a forward-looking approach to elevate the payroll function, chart a course toward executive leadership, and position professionals for the emerging role of Chief Payroll Officer. The session marked the beginning of a new initiative aimed at building the next generation of payroll leaders.

You can learn more about the movement here.

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May has been full of amazing new resources for payroll professionals. From comprehensive compliance-focused guides to entertaining videos to inspiring LinkedIn posts, here’s the best contributions to the payroll industry we spotted over the past month.

Payroll Powers the World - New Music Video Released by Nick Day

He’s done it again. Following the payroll song ‘My Payroll Career’, JGA Payroll Recruitment founder Nick Day uploaded a new music video on YouTube titled ‘Payroll Powers the World’—another humorous tribute to the payroll profession.

Watch the full video here.

Ian Giles Casting A Glance at the History of Payroll

Everyone’s always talking about the future of payroll. But what about the roots? What about where it all started? Did you know that payroll goes as far back as 3000 BCE? In an inspiring article on LinkedIn, Ian Giles dives deep into the origins of payroll.

Read the full article here.

SOC or SOX? And Does Outsourcing Free Businesses From Responsibility?

In one of the latest additions to the starter resources on Payroll Central, Mokscha Haack debunks the common ‘SOX doesn’t apply to us, we outsource payroll’ myth. The guide was reviewed by no other than Max van der Klis-Busink. And the accompanying meme on LinkedIn is worth checking out, too.

Discover the full guide here.

The Global Payroll Manager's Playbook Out Now

Authored by payroll expert Max van der Klis-Busink, ‘The Global Payroll Manager’s Playbook’ is now available. Launched just two months ago, the book has already received strong reviews for its practical insights and strategic guidance tailored to global payroll professionals. A must-read for those looking to navigate the complexities of international payroll and elevate their leadership impact.

Find more info here.

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