Payroll Specialist in Denmark

Zalaris; Taastrup; Hybrid; DKK 550,000 - 750,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private health insurance

Flexible remote work options

On-site parking

Career development

Job summary

Zalaris is seeking a Danish Payroll Specialist to join our international team in a role focused on SAP Payroll, automation, and AI-enabled efficiency. You’ll work with Danish payroll regulations, support clients globally, and use English daily in a dynamic outsourcing setting.

Join a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement in payroll services across Europe.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of Danish payroll processing and payroll legislation.
• Ability to analyse payroll data, identify trends, perform reconciliations, and provide customers with meaningful insights.
• Professional level English communication skills, both written and verbal.

Responsibilities

• Execute and oversee end-to-end payroll processes within SAP Payroll.
• Ensure payroll calculations are accurate, compliant, and delivered on time.
• Analyse and resolve complex payroll issues and discrepancies.
• Maintain payroll-related master data and system records.
• Validate payroll results through control checks, reconciliations, and audits.
• Prepare payroll and management reports.
• Support customers and employees with payroll-related queries.
• Monitor legislative changes and ensure payroll compliance.
• Contribute to payroll process improvements, automation, and standardisation initiatives.
• Collaborate with HR, Finance, and technical teams on payroll-related projects.
• Support testing activities related to system enhancements, upgrades, and regulatory changes.
• Maintain payroll documentation and operational procedures.

Skills

Danish payroll processing

English communication

Advanced Excel

Automation interest

SAP Payroll experience

Data analysis

Problem solving

Customer service

Tools

SAP Payroll

Job description

Job Title: Payroll Specialist in Denmark
Location:
Copenhagen, DK

Reference No: 3438

Office Type: Office

Elevate Your Career with Zalaris
Zalaris is a rapidly expanding global leader in Tech HR and payroll solutions.

We’re big enough for you to grow and be a part of an international environment but small enough for you to be visible and truly make a difference.

We foster open communication and short decision-making paths that encourage creative and innovative thinking.

Zalaris’ culture is rooted in values inspired by Nordic working ethos: everyone matters, aiming high and team spirit. We’re committed to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace where everyone brings their own uniqueness. Zalaris’ employees come from different backgrounds, cultures, and walks of life, and we are proud of it.

Role Summary

Are you Danish Payroll Expert with a passion for technology?

We're looking for a payroll specialist who knows Danish payroll inside out and is excited about technology, automation, and AI-enabled ways of working. If you're eager to develop your expertise in SAP, collaborate with international clients, and want to use your English and Danish skills daily in a dynamic outsourcing environment, we'd love to hear from you.

Join a team where payroll expertise meets innovation and where you'll help shape the future of payroll services for global organisations.

Key Responsibilities

• Execute and oversee end-to-end payroll processes within SAP Payroll.
• Ensure payroll calculations are accurate, compliant, and delivered on time.
• Analyse and resolve complex payroll issues and discrepancies.
• Maintain payroll-related master data and system records.
• Validate payroll results through control checks, reconciliations, and audits.
• Prepare payroll and management reports.
• Support customers and employees with payroll-related queries.
• Monitor legislative changes and ensure payroll compliance.
• Contribute to payroll process improvements, automation, and standardisation initiatives.
• Collaborate with HR, Finance, and technical teams on payroll-related projects.
• Support testing activities related to system enhancements, upgrades, and regulatory changes.
• Maintain payroll documentation and operational procedures.

Experience and Skills

• Strong understanding of Danish payroll processing and payroll legislation is essential.
• Ability to analyse payroll data, identify trends, perform reconciliations, and provide customers with meaningful insights that support informed decision-making.
• Professional level English communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Advanced Excel skills and experience working with large datasets are required.
• Tech-savvy mindset with curiosity for automation, AI tools, and digital transformation in payroll operations.
• Ability to quickly learn and adapt to new systems and technologies.
• Experience working with SAP Payroll is an advantage, but not a requirement (we will support you in building your expertise in one of the world's leading payroll platform)
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• High attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Strong customer service mindset and ability to build trusted relationships.
• Experience in a payroll outsourcing, shared services, or international environment is an advantage.

What we offer

• Competitive salary aligned with your experience and expertise.
• Comprehensive private health insurance, including coverage for children up to 24 years of age.
• Flexible working arrangements with remote work options and flexible hours.
• A flat, non-hierarchical organisation where your voice matters.
• An international and collaborative work environment with colleagues and clients across Europe.
• Supportive, knowledgeable, and genuinely friendly teammates.
• Continuous learning opportunities, including professional training, certifications, and career development.
• Free on-site parking.
• The opportunity to work with leading payroll technologies, automation, and AI-driven solutions.
• A culture that encourages innovation, continuous improvement, and knowledge sharing.

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