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Maria Dawson MCIPPdip

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Head of Payroll and Compliance at Sapphire
📍 Stockport, England, United Kingdom

Maria Dawson is the Head of Payroll and Compliance at Sapphire, where she has built her career progressing from a Payroll Officer to leading the department. Her focus is on ensuring contractors are paid accurately and on time, underpinned by a strong commitment to compliance and industry standards.

Having risen through four roles within Sapphire, she is a testament to the companys value of internal growth and employee ownership.

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Experience
14 Years
Current Role
Head of Payroll and Compliance
Job Level
Mid-senior
Location
Stockport, England, United Kingdom
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Priorities

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Payroll Compliance
Her role is centered around compliance, and she frequently posts about achieving and maintaining accreditations like FCSA and SafeRec.
Company Recognition
Expressed immense pride in her team and company after Sapphire was named "Best Umbrella Company," highlighting a value for team success and awards.
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Career

Work history

11-2022
Head of Payroll and Compliance
Sapphire
9-2019 - 11-2022
Payroll Manager
Sapphire
5-2018 - 9-2019
Payroll Supervisor
Sapphire
5-2014 - 5-2018
Payroll Officer
Sapphire
7-2013 - 5-2014
Payroll Officer
Pinnacle Accounting & Tax
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Education
2015 - 2018
Foundation degree
University of Worcester
2014 - 2015
KPA Level 3 Certificate
Kaplan Financial - Manchester
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