Payroll Lead, Implementations

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Denmark.

📋 Description

• Serve as a true subject matter expert for the Nordic region, with a primary focus on Denmark.

• Participate in Sales calls in the capacity of the Country Payroll Lead.

• Engage in Sales hand-over, Lead client hand-over, and client kick-off discussions.

• Oversee the planning, execution, and monitoring of global payroll implementation initiatives, ensuring timely completion.

• Manage the process from inception through to Parallel runs and the initial month of ‘Live’ payroll before transitioning to Payroll Operations.

• Maintain a comprehensive record of all decisions made throughout the implementation phase, ensuring Payroll Operations have complete visibility of any Standard Operating Procedures they require for ongoing operations.

• Create and sustain detailed project plans and timelines.

• Act as the primary liaison for all stakeholders involved in the implementation process, including internal teams and clients.

• Establish and execute standardized payroll processes, project plans, and procedures to promote consistency and efficiency.

• Provide continuous support during and after the implementation phase to address any issues or challenges that arise.

• Assist the broader implementation team, including Payroll Generalists, and the operations team.

• Maintain a strong focus on KPIs and SLAs.

• Possess skills in implementing and enhancing processes.

• Capable of mentoring, supporting, and leading our Payroll Generalists who will collaborate with you.

• Collaborate with internal teams to enhance our platform, engage in UAT testing, and ensure all modifications are documented.

⛳️ Requirements

• Extensive payroll experience within a client payroll setting.

• In-depth legislative knowledge of the region, particularly with expertise in Denmark.

• Proven experience in payroll implementation.

• Excellent communication skills for explaining payroll processes and issues to clients and other stakeholders.

• Strong familiarity with using Intega payroll software in Denmark.

• Comprehensive knowledge of local payroll tools and software such as SAP, Excel, and Google Sheets.

• An analytical mindset coupled with strong problem-solving skills.

• Capability to thrive in a fast-paced, international work environment with a drive to make a difference.

• Experience in accounting and reconciliations.

• A productivity enthusiast who constantly seeks ways to enhance and accelerate their work processes.

• Understanding of the need and benefit of primarily working asynchronously.

• Proficient in both written and spoken English.

• While remote work experience is not mandatory, it is viewed as a plus.

🏝️ Benefits

• Work from anywhere.

• Flexible paid time off.

• Flexible working hours (we operate asynchronously).

• 16 weeks of paid parental leave.

• Access to mental health support services.

• Stock options.

• Learning budget.

• Home office budget and IT equipment.

• Budget for local in-person social events or co-working spaces.