International Payroll Specialist

Position Overview:

We are seeking an International Payroll Specialist to join our dynamic Global Payroll team. This role is critical to ensuring accurate, compliant, and timely payroll processing across multiple countries. The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in international payroll operations, with hands-on experience in coordinating with in-country providers and a strong understanding of statutory compliance requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

• Accurately process and review monthly payrolls across multiple countries.
• Collaborate closely with in-country payroll vendors to ensure compliance with local tax, labor, and social security regulations.
• Serve as the subject matter expert for payroll-related matters in North America and support other regions as needed.
• Validate and reconcile payroll reports, statutory filings, and payment instructions.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of changes in legislation in key markets (e.g., Netherlands, Spain, USA, etc.).
• Provide payroll insights and reporting to internal stakeholders (Finance, HR, Compliance).
• Partner with cross-functional teams (HR, Legal, Accounting) to streamline processes and support global expansion.
• Ensure timely and accurate end-of-year tax reporting and audits.
• Drive process improvements and participate in system implementations or enhancements.

Key Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Human Resources, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in payroll processing, with at least 3 years focused on North American regions.
• In-depth knowledge of payroll regulations, tax laws, and compliance requirements in North American countries.
• Experience with in-country payroll processes in the United Kingdom, Netherlands, Spain, or other jurisdictions is a strong advantage.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage complex data sets.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with cross-functional teams and external stakeholders.
• Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Fluency in English; knowledge of additional languages spoken in EMEA regions is a plus.
• Certification in payroll (e.g., CPP, FPC, or equivalent) is preferred but not required.

Preferred Competencies:

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills (written and verbal), with a keen attention to detail and discipline.

• Strong decision-making and organizational skills, with the ability to provide expert advice and practical solutions.

• Proven ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams, leveraging communication skills, knowledge, and expertise to resolve issues.