National Payroll Week 2026

National Payroll Week raises awareness of the vital work payroll teams do and the positive effect this has on the economy and also on employee wellbeing. To celebrate National Payroll Week and the payroll team here at Solo, our Payroll Manager, Ingrid, had a Payroll Oscars ceremony, with the following awards being given to thank them for their hard work and dedication, day after day, week after week.

Jenna Ptashko

The Walking Encyclopaedia Award

Our very own human database who can recite facts and data off the top of her head 

Rochelle Leake

The Heavy Lifting Hero

Willingly takes on the largest most tedious processing workload without blinking an eye

Vesta Virsuinate

The Good Mood Magnet Award 

A Natural infectious and uplifting attitude that keeps our team smiling

Samantha Holmes

The Office Oasis Award

The Calm, uplifting person we seek out when deadlines get overwhelming

Penny Yeung

The Pay Day Spirit Animal Award 

Brings absolute hype joy and excitement of pay day to the office every day 

Megan Hanbury

The Chaos Calmer Award

Listens to frantic or distressed employees with a soothing voice diffusing the panic 

Maisie Denniss

The Rising Star Award

Our quiet payroll demon who has mastered complex workflow with ease

Jinade Garside

The New Kid on the Grid Award

Our newest team member who brings fresh energy and sharp eyes to our team

Max Wilks

The Back up Generator Award

Who steps in to power the team at the end of the month when worked is heavy 

Mindy Woo

The Honorary Team Member Award