Payroll Specialist - Spain

Hightekers; Madrid; Híbrido; EUR 35.000 - 50.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

A global payroll solutions provider is hiring a Payroll Specialist in Madrid to oversee the monthly payroll cycle for Spain. You'll ensure compliance and offer support for payroll inquiries. A diploma in Advanced Payroll Management and at least 3 years of experience in Spanish payroll are required. The role offers hybrid work options and competitive benefits.

Servicios

Hybrid Work: 3 days WFO + 2 days WFH

Medical Health Insurance

Annual Company-wide Travel Event

Access to Learning Platform

Referral Bonus

Flexible Sick Leave Policy

Meal Vouchers

Formación

• 3+ years of experience in Spanish payroll and compliance.
• Fluency in English; other languages are a plus.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

Responsabilidades

• Manage the full monthly payroll cycle for Spanish employees.
• Serve as the first point of contact for payroll inquiries.
• Ensure compliance with payroll tax deductions.

Conocimientos

Spanish payroll management

Statutory compliance

A3 Wolters Kluwer

Analytical skills

Collaborative mindset

Educación

Diploma in Advanced Payroll and Social Security Management

Degree in Labour Relations or HR

Herramientas

Excel

Descripción del empleo

Join Hightekers as a Payroll Specialist - Spain (Hybrid from Barcelona)

We’re on a mission to make global employment simple, compliant, and human. From payroll and compliance to contracts and cross-border challenges, we handle the hard stuff so businesses can scale with confidence.

Step into a key role at the heart of our

Spanish Payroll Operations

, where precision meets purpose. You'll manage the full payroll cycle for Spain, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and a smooth experience for every employee. This role combines accountability with care; every cycle you complete builds trust and supports Hightekers' growth across borders.

What You’ll Be Doing

Manage the full monthly payroll cycle for Spanish employees, managing data collection, monthly updates, income tax, and Social Security reconciliations using key platforms (A3 Innuva, Siltra, Sistema Red, and Contrat@).

Serve as the first point of contact for Payroll inquiries (payslips, deductions, taxes, and benefits), providing clear and timely support.

Manage mandatory IRPF submissions (111 / 216, 216 / 296) and collaborate with Finance on reporting, reconciliations, and cost analysis.

Ensure compliance with payroll tax deductions under the Beckham Law Regime.

Identify and implement processes and automation improvements to enhance efficiency.

Collaborate with HR, Finance, and Legal teams to ensure seamless integration and compliance across all systems.

Stay current on Spanish payroll regulations and industry updates to ensure compliance and accuracy.

What You Bring

At least 3 years of experience in Spanish payroll and statutory compliance; exposure to other regions is a plus.

Diploma or Certification in Advanced Payroll and Social Security Management (or equivalent) is mandatory. Degree in Labour Relations, HR, Law, or a related field is preferred.

Proficiency in A3 Wolters Kluwer or a similar, modern cloud-based payroll solution.

Fluent in English (written and verbal); other European languages are a plus.

Strong Excel skills and comfort in analysing and reconciling data.

Collaborative, adaptable, and continuously improving processes for efficiency and accuracy.

Analytical, detail-oriented and highly organised, with strong problem-solving skills.

Why This Role Matters

At Hightekers, payroll reflects our promise to care for people through precision and trust. Every payroll cycle you deliver contributes directly to that promise :

People First.

Every payslip represents trust. You’ll deliver with care, empathy, and professionalism.

Flexibility.

You’ll adapt to changing systems and regulations without losing consistency.

Expertise Beyond Borders.

Your precision ensures compliance and excellence as we scale internationally.

Long-Term Partnerships.

You’ll build reliable, repeatable payroll processes that strengthen trust and support growth.

What We Offer

Hybrid Work : 3 days WFO + 2 days WFH

Legally Designated Vacation and Local Holidays

Annual Company-wide Travel Event

Work from Abroad up to 7 Weeks per year

Access to Learning Platform

Referral Bonus

Medical Health Insurance

Flexible Sick Leave Policy

Flexible Retribution

Meal Vouchers

Class Pass Access

Join Us!

Even if you don’t tick every box, we’d still love to hear from you. We value mindset, potential, and alignment with our mission just as much as hard skills. If this sounds like your kind of challenge, apply today! And let’s make payroll personal together!

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