Joshua Bean

Payroll Fraud Analyst | Skilled in International Payroll, Reporting & Process Automation

Kent, England, United Kingdom

About

I’m an experienced payroll professional with over five years in international payroll, where I’ve developed a strong understanding of compliance, data accuracy, and process improvement across multiple jurisdictions. Alongside this, I hold a Law degree from the University of Kent, which has strengthened my analytical thinking and attention to detail — skills I apply daily when solving complex payroll and data challenges. I enjoy using technology to streamline workflows and uncover insights. My experience includes developing Excel VBA tools to automate reporting and enhance data accuracy, as well as ongoing training in people analytics to better understand how workforce data can drive strategic decision-making. I’m always looking to build on my technical and analytical skills, whether through exploring new payroll technologies, learning more about data-driven HR, or collaborating on projects that connect people, process, and technology.

Experience

  • Payroll Fraud Analyst at Compass Group
    Jan 2026 - Present · 7 mos

    Specialising in payroll risk management, fraud detection, and compliance across UK payroll operations. I leverage data analysis and investigative techniques to identify irregularities, prevent financial loss, strengthen controls, and improve payroll processes.

  • Payroll Specialist at CSL
    Jul 2023 - Dec 2025 · 2 yrs 6 mos

    I ran the end-to-end processing of European payrolls and other related payroll tasks. I also developed process improvements using technologies and spreadsheet coding. Skills and tasks: - Payroll processing - Stakeholder Communication - Use of HR internal systems and external payroll programs - Implementation of new payrolls - Assisting with the introduction of new benefits and allowances - Advanced MS Excel use (including functions, formulas and VBA coding) for automation and process improvements.

  • Mathematics Tutor at The Tutorial Foundation
    Sep 2020 - Jul 2023 · 2 yrs 11 mos

    I tutored GCSE students in Maths and Business studies while studying for my law degree. Skills: - Teaching - Communication - Use of video conferencing systems

  • Finance Specialist Payroll at Travelport
    Dec 2019 - Sep 2020 · 10 mos

    I worked in the EMEA payroll team where my responsibilities included the timely and accurate delivery and payment of several payrolls based around the world.

  • Payroll Lead at Cadence Design Systems
    Feb 2017 - Dec 2019 · 2 yrs 11 mos

    Member of a 3-person team in charge of collaborating with local payroll bureaus in 13 countries around the EU in order to quickly and accurately process the payrolls of over 600 employees. Experience of processing employees with complex pay structures including stock releases, bonus plans and commissions. This role has taught me a great deal about financial concepts such as pensions, insurances and taxation. Full responsibility for dealing with the payroll bureaus of 9 commercial entities. Working closely with 8 different and independent payroll bureaus enabled me to develop my skills in inter-personal relationships and the ability to manage those relationships to achieve common goals. After 1 year, my responsibilities were expanded with the additional task of calculating commissions for all EMEA sales staff. This enhanced my understanding of financial calculations and gave me an insight into how companies use financial incentives to drive commercial performance.