Payroll Specialist

dentsu; Zürich; Vor Ort; CHF 60.000 - 76.000; Teilzeit

Zusammenfassung

Dentsu in Zürich is seeking a Payroll Specialist for a flexible, part-time assignment to support end-to-end Swiss payroll operations within a multinational, matrix organization.

You will collaborate with the HR & Finance teams to ensure accurate, on-time payroll processing, month-end activities, and compliance with AVS, cantonal requirements, and social insurances. A hands-on, positive approach is essential.

Qualifikationen

• 2+ years of payroll experience
• Sound knowledge of Swiss payroll regulations (AHV, social insurances, pension)
• Familiarity with payroll systems (Dynamics 365, WorkDay) and Excel for data analysis
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Fluency in English; German or French a plus

Aufgaben

• Manage core payroll execution with external provider and internal People Services team
• Support payroll month-end activities including accruals, forecasting, and leadership presentations
• Coordinate with Finance on cost allocation, tax and social contributions, and budget reporting
• Handle statutory declarations and support audit activities with Swiss authorities
• Process HR-related invoices and liaise with social insurance providers
• Assist with salary calculation queries and payroll administration

Kenntnisse

Swiss payroll regs

Dynamics 365

WorkDay

Excel data analysis

Jobbeschreibung

Join our HR team for a meaningful temporary assignment! We're looking for a detail-oriented Payroll Specialist who is eager to learn, positive, and genuinely hands-on to support our end-to-end payroll operations for a multinational, matrix organization. Working alongside experienced HR & Finance teams, you\'ll develop hands-on expertise in Swiss payroll compliance while ensuring our employees are paid accurately and on time.

Job Description:

What You\'ll Do

• Manage core payroll execution with our external provider and internal People Services team, including validation of data changes and final payment processing
• Support payroll month-end activities including accruals, forecasting, and presentation to leadership for approval
• Coordinate with Finance teams on cost allocation, reconciliation of taxes and social contributions (AVS, pension), and budget reporting
• Handle statutory declarations and support audit activities with Swiss authorities (FER CIAM, canton-level requirements)
• Process HR-related invoices and follow up with social insurance providers
• Support escalated questions on salary calculations and administrative payroll matters with internal stakeholders

What We\'re Looking For

• 2+ years of payroll experience
• Sound knowledge of Swiss payroll regulations (AHV, social insurances, pension, canton requirements)
• Familiarity with payroll systems (Dynamics 365 a plus), HRIS (WorkDay a plus) and Excel for data analysis
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Full fluency in English (German and/or French is a plus)

Why This Role?

• Build expertise in international payroll operations within a supportive environment
• Work with an experienced HR team who will support your success
• Gain exposure to multinational payroll, Finance coordination, and audit processes
• Flexible temporary assignment with clear scope and defined responsibilities

Location

Zürich - Giessereistrasse 18

Brand

Dentsu

Time Type

Part time

Contract Type

Fixed Term Contract (Fixed Term)