Meet Our People

At activpayroll, our greatest strength is our people. Our team of seasoned payroll professionals are dedicated to delivering exceptional global payroll, international payments, global tax, HR, and compliance services. Our people bring extensive experience and in-depth knowledge of regulation and compliance requirements in over 150 countries. We are committed to ensuring that your global business operates efficiently and compliantly, wherever you are in the world.

activpayroll leadership team

Gary Henderson

Chief Executive Officer

Andrew Philp

Chief Financial Officer

Andrew Philp

Chief Financial Officer

Andrew Philp is Chief Financial Officer at activpayroll, where he leads the accelerated growth and expansion across the Asia-Pacific region. Andrew is dedicated to helping businesses untangle the complexities of scaling in APAC with its differing laws and nuances. He focuses on growth, delivering operational success, and building a robust team in the region. His rich background enables Andrew to grasp the complexities of customers' issues comprehensively and apply his practical experience to develop effective, long-term transformative projects. His deep understanding of global business dynamics and regulatory landscapes enhances his capacity to drive meaningful change and deliver sustainable results for his clients.

Before joining activpayroll, Andrew held senior roles at KPMG in the UK and Sweden, gaining experience in financial audits, SOC 1 audits, process improvement, and technical vendor assessments. He traveled extensively to the UK, Dubai, Houston, Sweden, and the Netherlands, which enhanced his understanding of diverse markets. At KPMG, he consistently delivered projects within budget, received top marks on all reviewed engagements, and managed a process improvement project that delivered a 12% improvement in the customer's EBITDA.

Andrew’s work has been recognised across the industry. Recently, he was appointed as a Board member of the British Malaysian Chamber of Commerce (BMCC), further solidifying his influence and leadership within the region.

Andrew shares, "At activpayroll, we are committed to providing tailored solutions that address the unique challenges of each client, ensuring their operational success and growth in the dynamic APAC region.

 

Darren Barclay

Chief Operations Officer

Zubin Randeria

Chairman

Charlie Knox

Chief Product & Technology Officer

Stephanie Smith

Head of Global Mobility

Christopher Edgar

VP Americas Region Americas Operations

Max Heckman

Germany Country Manager

Berliza Laurente

APAC Payroll Operations Manager

Melanie Gaensler

Payroll Operations Manager - Australia Operations

Manish Metha

Regional Director of Payroll Operations and Head of Global Support Services

Kimberly Morrison

Middle East & South Africa Payroll Operations Manager

Talk to a specialist today and find out how we support the growth of over 500 businesses with a range of activpayroll solutions designed to help your global payroll and people operations succeed.