AI Summary
We're looking for an experienced payroll manager to own end-to-end payroll operations across EMEA, with a strong focus on the Netherlands. The ideal candidate will have 7+ years of payroll experience and a proven track record of managing in-house payroll and external vendors. They will ensure accurate and compliant payroll delivery across multiple countries, work closely with internal teams and external providers, and continuously improve payroll processes and tools.
Key Highlights
Manage end-to-end payroll operations for EMEA entities
Have 7+ years of payroll experience and a proven track record
Own and improve payroll processes, tools, and documentation
Technical Skills Required
Benefits & Perks
Full home office support
At least €1000 per year on personal development budget
Relocation benefits
Pension plan
Job Description
Job Description
We’re looking for an experienced Payroll Manager to take ownership of payroll operations across the EMEA region, with a strong focus on the Netherlands. This is a hands-on role that involves both in-house payroll processing and managing external vendors. You’ll work closely with internal teams and external providers to ensure accurate and compliant payroll delivery across multiple countries.
Job Requirements
- 7+ years of payroll experience, including at least 3 years in a regional or international role.
- Proven experience managing in-house payroll and working with external payroll vendors across multiple EMEA countries.
- Strong knowledge of local payroll regulations and compliance requirements.
- Familiarity with payroll systems like Workday, SAP, or ADP.
- Comfortable working independently and building processes from scratch.
- Fluent in English; other European languages are a plus.
- Professional certification in payroll, HR, or finance is a bonus.
- Own the end-to-end payroll process for all EMEA entities (Netherlands, Germany, Poland, Switzerland, Bulgaria, Romania, UK and Ukraine), working with local external payroll vendors.
- Ensure accurate and timely monthly payroll processing, including variable pay, benefits, bonuses and statutory requirements.
- Act as the main point of contact for all EMEA payroll providers, managing SLAs, contracts and performance.
- Review and validate payroll reports before submission and sign-off.
- Ensure compliance with local labor laws, tax regulations, reporting requirements, and GDPR.
- Continuously improve payroll processes, tools and documentation.
- Partner with Finance on payroll accounting, reporting, audits and month-end close.
- Collaborate with People/HR teams on employee lifecycle changes (hires, terminations, leaves, compensation updates).
- Collaborate with US-based teams and operate within varied reporting structures
- Handle employee payroll inquiries with professionalism and confidentiality.
- International diverse team with over 30 nationalities
- Office in Amsterdam where you’re able to work at least 2 days a week & full home office support to make sure you’re all set.
- At least €1000 per year on personal development budget.
- All the relocation benefits you need for a fresh start.
- Don’t worry about tomorrow: we’ve got you covered with a pension plan.