Why Payroll Deserves a Seat at the C-Suite Table | Maria Mason

Why Payroll Deserves a Seat at the C-Suite Table | Maria Mason

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Maria Mason, Partner at BDO UK and payroll trailblazer, joins Nick Day to share how she shattered industry norms and redefined what’s possible in payroll leadership.


In this episode, Maria reveals how she built a £5M+ payroll division, mentors high-performing teams, and uses tech like AI and RPA to transform operations. She also breaks down how payroll professionals can earn a seat at the leadership table and why the future of payroll is strategic, not transactional.


Whether you're leading a team or planning your next career move, this conversation is packed with practical insights.



Maria Mason’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/maria-mason-chmcippdip-a895768/

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


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Stay tuned for the next episode of The Payroll Podcast, brought to you by Nick Day, CEO at JGA Recruitment, landing soon!



(00:00) Redefining Payroll

(04:39) From Payroll Professional to Partner at BDO

(09:19) Scaling Teams and Building a Culture of Growth

(17:19) Lessons in Leadership, Risk & Reinvention

(22:24) How to Influence and Communicate Strategically

(25:59) What It Takes to Succeed in Payroll Today

(33:42) Avoiding Burnout & Staying Passionate in Your Career

(37:04) Training, Talent Development & Legacy Building

(46:33) How Tech & AI Are Transforming Payroll Ops

(52:03) Advice for Future Payroll Leaders

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