Human Resources June 16, 2025 Senior Payroll Specialist Iberia Alcobendas, Spain

GEA Group; Madrid; Híbrido; EUR 30.000 - 50.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

A global engineering company is seeking a skilled Payroll Manager to oversee payroll processes for Spain and Portugal. The position requires strong knowledge of payroll regulations and significant experience in a multinational setting. Join GEA Group for competitive compensation, work-life balance, and opportunities for professional growth as part of a global team.

Servicios

Competitive and flexible compensation package

23 vacation days per year

Internal training and career development opportunities

Formación

• Minimum 3 years of experience in payroll processing within a multinational environment.
• Strong knowledge of payroll laws and regulations.
• Proficiency in payroll software and various HR systems.

Responsabilidades

• Manage the (outsourced) payroll process for Spain & Portugal.
• Ensure accurate and timely payroll processing and compliance with laws.
• Respond to employee inquiries and provide project support.

Conocimientos

Payroll laws and regulations

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Educación

University degree in HR, Accounting, or Finance

Herramientas

Payroll software

Microsoft Office

Workday

Descripción del empleo

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GEA is one of the largest suppliers for the food and beverage processing industry and a wide range of other process industries. Approximately 18,000 employees in more than 60 countries contribute significantly to GEA’s success – come and join them! We offer interesting and challenging tasks, a positive working environment in international teams and opportunities for personal development and growth in a global company.

Are you passionate about payroll, regulatory compliance, and personnel management? This is your opportunity to join our team in Alcobendas!

• Manage the (outsourced) payroll process for Spain & Portugal, covering multiple legal entities.
• Ensure accurate and timely payroll processing, compliance with all applicable laws and regulations, and proper payroll record maintenance.
• Keep GEA’s global and local policies up to date and integrated into the payroll process.
• Work closely with local HRBPs and our central HR resource center in Berlin on daily tasks and provide support for projects.
• Ensure timely payment of salaries, taxes, and applicable social security contributions.
• Respond to employee inquiries, escalating questions and concerns when necessary.
• Serve as a responsible backup in case of absences.

Your profile and qualifications :

• University degree in HR, Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in payroll processing within a multinational environment.
• Strong knowledge of payroll laws and regulations.
• Proficiency in payroll software, Microsoft Office, Workday, and various HR systems.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

We offer :

• A competitive and flexible compensation package
• Work-life balance hybrid working model as a combination of home-office and working in the office
• 23 vacation days per year
• Great workenvironment as part of a collaborative team
• Internal training and career development opportunities at national and international level.
• The opportunity to be part of a Top Employer 2025-certified company.

Kindly note that only applications submitted in English will be considered.

GEA is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will therefore receive consideration for employment without regard to age, sex, race, color, religion, world view, national origin, genetics, disability, gender identity, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status or any other protected characteristic required by applicable law. Applicants with disabilities are welcome and will be given special consideration if they are equally qualified.

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