EMEA Payroll Specialist, Austria

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Austria, +2 more countries.

📋 Description

• Accurately and promptly process payrolls for Austria and other DACH regions.

• Ensure adherence to payroll regulations at the local, regional, and national levels.

• Oversee off-cycle payments, adjustments, and calculations for final pay.

• Prepare and submit necessary filings and reports.

• Validate and rectify payroll data prior to processing.

• Address and resolve discrepancies in payroll.

• Act as an escalation point for Senior Payroll Analysts and Payroll Analysts.

• Suggest improvements to processes and opportunities for automation.

• Interpret payroll policies across various jurisdictions.

• Maintain and audit payroll records for employees, including tax withholdings, benefits, and direct deposits.

• Conduct regular audits to ensure data accuracy and rectify any discrepancies.

• Collaborate on upgrades, integrations, and configurations of payroll systems.

• Assist in the implementation of standardized payroll workflows across EMEA.

• Support the documentation and establishment of standardized payroll procedures.

• Provide insights on harmonization milestones and system enhancements.

• Serve as a subject-matter expert in payroll operations.

• Support compliance with complex statutory and system requirements.

• Contribute to harmonization efforts, escalation management, and ongoing improvement throughout EMEA.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business Administration, or Human Resources.

• Minimum of 5 years' experience in processing complex payroll.

• Comprehensive end-to-end payroll expertise, including intricate calculations and statutory requirements.

• In-depth knowledge of Austrian payroll regulations and requirements.

• Proficiency in German at a minimum B2 level.

• Professional command of the English language.

• Ability to manage priorities independently and make informed decisions.

• Confidence in addressing escalations and sensitive payroll issues.

• Advanced experience with payroll systems such as ADP, Workday, SAP, or similar platforms.

• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy in data entry and reconciliation.

• Strong communication skills for effective interaction with employees and cross-functional teams.

• Proven problem-solving skills to address payroll issues and implement effective solutions.

• Capability to excel in a fast-paced, multi-country operational setting.

🏝️ Benefits

• A culture that fosters belonging.

• Commitment to continuous improvement.

• Opportunities for career development and internal hiring.

• Priority consideration for associates identified as at risk of redundancy for suitable alternative roles, in accordance with requirements and applicable laws and policies.