Payroll Professional

For our client, active in the offshore wind industry, we are looking to recruit a Payroll Professional.

The position:
Our client has been been transforming their HR and Payroll functions to better align with their global strategy. As part of this they are now seeking a Payroll Specialist to join their growing HR Services team. This position manages the preparation of the weekly/bi-weekly, semi-monthly and/or monthly payroll process in the the Netherlands and is responsible for coordinating accurate employee data and the transmission of these in a timely manner.
Working closely with country HR teams, external payroll provider and Global HR Payroll manager, the focus of this role lies on updating and providing accurate employee data to ensure the quality of the payroll cycle in accordance with country, state, municipal, and union regulations for the assigned countries.

The responsibilities:
• Processes payroll specific transactions, such as timecards, direct deposit elections, commission, pension and / or benefit and bonus processing and allowance payments.
• Processes routine payrolls for one or more organizational units or pay groups.
• Assists with creation, transmission and processing of routine data files such as time files, payroll account files or service providers´ data files between various business partners.
• Maintains routine time reporting or accrual systems and processes.
• Perform random calculation and ensure that incorrect pay slips are adjusted accordingly from the outsourcing provider
• Prepares and distributes various payroll reports for clients and management.
• Responds to inquiries from clients or employees related to payroll and administration.
• Processes garnishment orders, withholding orders or levels including facilitating payments to agencies.
• Completes company specific payroll configurations and analyses for specific business cases, i.e., for mergers, acquisitions or integrations.
• Support transformation project as required

Requested:
• 3+ years of payroll processing experience (in the Netherlands)
• International payroll experience is an advantage
• Experience with payroll software like ADP, Oracle, Workday, Ceridian, Kronos etc.
• Knowledge of employment and tax law, social security, governmental reporting and basic understanding of accounting principles
• Proactive, flexible, assertive, with a creative approach to problem-solving
• Demonstrated strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to adapt communication styles for the appropriate audience
• Detailed oriented and accurate working style with the ability to meet deadlines
• Ability to set priorities and respect for the confidentiality of payroll information
• Legally authorized for employment in The Netherlands
• Fluent in English, verbal and written
• Intermediate level Excel skills
• Experience of working with an outsourced payroll provider (NGA HR/Alight, etc..)
• Experience with an HR/Payroll cloud solution such as Workday, Alight euHReka/HrX payroll software or other
• Knowledge of / experience with Project Management, HR and/or Payroll Transformation is an advantage


We are an equal opportunity employer that recognizes the value of a diverse workforce. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, or any other criteria protected by governing law.