Payroll Specialist – Europe

Randstad Belgium; Brussel Hoofdstad; Sur place; EUR 55 000 - 75 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Randstad Belgium is seeking a Payroll Specialist, Europe (Operations Program Specialist I) to own end-to-end payroll administration across multiple European countries and entities. You will collaborate with Finance, HR, and external payroll vendors to ensure accurate, compliant payroll processing and drive regional process improvements.

The role requires coordinating complex processes, strong data validation, and high discretion with confidential employee data, in a multicultural European

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with at least 2 years of related experience or equivalent
• Experience coordinating complex administrative processes and meeting deadlines
• Strong reporting, data interpretation, and problem-solving skills
• Excellent business writing and editing abilities
• High discretion handling confidential employee data

Responsabilités

• End-to-End Payroll Execution: manage multi-country European payroll processing with local vendors
• Data & Calculations Validation: review deductions, benefits, taxes, and social security
• Employee & Lifecycle Data: process salary adjustments, hires, terminations, and leaves with confidentiality
• Payroll Accounting & Reporting: reconcile payroll reports with GL and vendor books
• Compliance & Audits: maintain SOPs, audit trails, and process controls
• Employee & Stakeholder Relations: serve as primary payroll contact and collaborate with vendors and internal teams
• Process Improvement: participate in standardization and regional Finance & Operations projects across Europe

Connaissances

Detail-oriented

Data analysis

Process improvement

Communication skills

Attention to confidentiality

Time management

Cross-cultural experience

Formation

Bachelor’s degree

Outils

Workday

Description du poste

Are you a detailed-oriented payroll professional with a passion for accuracy, compliance, and international collaboration? We are looking for a Payroll Specialist, Europe (Operations Program Specialist I) to join our dynamic Finance & Operations team!

In this role, you will take ownership of the end-to-end administration, coordination, and execution of payroll operations across multiple European countries and legal entities. You will serve as the crucial link between Finance, HR, internal employees, and external payroll vendors, ensuring accurate, compliant, and timely payroll processing while driving process improvements across the region.

What You Will Do (Key Responsibilities)

• End-to-End Payroll Execution: Manage multi-country European payroll processing, calendars, and schedules in close collaboration with local external vendors.
• Data & Calculations Validation: Review and validate calculations for deductions, benefits, taxes, social security, time reporting, and statutory contributions.
• Employee & Lifecycle Data: Process salary adjustments, new hires, terminations, compensation updates, and leave administration with absolute precision and confidentiality.
• Payroll Accounting & Reporting: Prepare, review, and reconcile payroll reports against the General Ledger, vendor reports, and local books.
• Compliance & Audits: Maintain strict documentation, SOPs, audit trails, and process controls to ensure full compliance with internal policies and local European regulations.
• Employee & Stakeholder Relations: Act as the primary contact for employee payroll inquiries and build strong working relationships with external providers and internal teams.
• Process Improvement: Participate in continuous process optimization, standardization, and Finance & Operations special projects across Europe.

What We Are Looking For (Requirements)

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree with at least 2 years of related experience (or an equivalent combination of education and experience).
• Experience coordinating complex administrative processes and managing diverse activities to meet strict deadlines.
• Proven ability to generate reports, interpret complex data, and exercise strong problem-solving skills.
• Strong business writing, communication, and editing skills.
• High discretion and professional standard when handling confidential employee data.

Desired Qualifications & Skills:

• Language Skills: Professional working proficiency in German and English is required (additional European languages are a plus).
• Payroll Expertise: Solid knowledge of multi-country European payroll administration, payroll accounting, compliance, and vendor management.
• Systems: Hands-on experience working with Workday (or similar HRIS/payroll platforms).
• Mindset: Strong customer service focus, exceptional attention to detail, and comfort working in an international, cross-cultural environment.

What We Offer

• A meaningful role within a mission-driven, global organization.
• A collaborative, international team environment where your expertise is valued.
• Opportunities for personal growth, continuous learning, and process ownership.
• Competitive compensation and benefits package.