Payroll and Operations Specialist (h/f) – France

Hornetsecurity; Hem; Hybride; EUR 48 000 - 64 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Flexible working hours

Remote up to 2 days per week

5 weeks vacation + RTT

Meal vouchers €10/day

Public transport subsidy

Health insurance

Wellbeing subsidies

Childcare support

CSE benefits

International exchange program

Résumé du poste

Hornetsecurity is seeking a Payroll and Operations Specialist (m/f/d) in France, based in Hem, to partner with employees across the HR lifecycle and own payroll processes with a focus on accuracy and compliance. The role covers France and selected international regions within an international setup.

You will coordinate payroll data, liaise with Finance and external providers, and contribute to payroll projects while maintaining confidentiality and adherence to regulations.

Qualifications

• Experience in payroll management and personnel administration.
• Degree in business administration, accounting, finance, or a comparable qualification, ideally with payroll or social administration specialization.

Responsabilités

• Process payroll accurately and timely for France and supported regions.
• Coordinate with Finance and external payroll providers; ensure compliance with regulations.
• Serve as main payroll contact for employees and managers; maintain data confidentiality.

Connaissances

Payroll management

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Communication

Team collaboration

Confidentiality

Ownership mindset

Formation

Business/Finance degree

Payroll/social administration specialization

Outils

Payroll systems

Description du poste

Payroll and Operations Specialist (h/f) – France

Join us as a Payroll Specialist & Operations Specialist (m/f/d) in Hem and become a trusted partner to our employees throughout the entire HR lifecycle, take ownership of processes and projects that support company’s growth and continued success.

In this role, you’ll be the key point of contact for payroll matters in the French-speaking region and some additional international regions, ensuring accurate and timely payroll processing, compliance with local regulations, and a seamless employee experience. If you’re passionate about payroll, enjoy working in an international environment, and thrive on ensuring accuracy, reliability, and continuous improvement, we’d love to meet you!

Your Job

• As a Payroll and Operations Specialist, you are responsible for the accurate and timely processing of payroll for employees in your assigned regions and especially France, ensuring compliance with applicable legislation, internal policies, and payroll procedures.
• You manage all operational payroll tasks, including the preparation and verification of payroll data, salary calculations, variable compensation, deductions, and other payroll-related elements, ensuring that all information is accurate and processed within the required deadlines.
• You act as the main point of contact for payroll-related questions from employees, managers, and internal stakeholders, providing clear guidance and ensuring a high level of service and confidentiality.
• You ensure the accuracy, consistency, and compliance of payroll data, maintain up-to-date employee records in our HR and payroll systems, and coordinate with external payroll providers and relevant authorities where applicable.
• You collaborate closely with Finance, and other internal teams to ensure smooth payroll operations, support monthly payroll closing activities, and contribute to the preparation of payroll reports and reconciliations.
• You actively contribute to payroll projects and the continuous improvement of payroll processes, including the harmonisation and internationalisation of procedures, the optimisation of systems and workflows, and the implementation of new payroll-related initiatives.

Your Profile

• You have a degree in business administration, accounting, finance, or a comparable qualification, ideally with a specialisation in payroll or social administration.
• You have experience in payroll management and personnel administration, with a strong understanding of French payroll practices and applicable employment and social security regulations. Experience in an international environment is a plus.
• You have a strong attention to detail, excellent analytical skills, and a structured approach to managing sensitive data and meeting strict deadlines.
• You like working in a team
• You are a strong communicator who can explain complex payroll matters clearly, empathise with employees, and provide reliable support to colleagues and managers.
• You build trusting relationships with internal stakeholders and external partners, handle confidential information with discretion, and act as a dependable point of contact for all payroll-related matters.
• You are driven by accuracy and efficiency, and passionate about optimising, harmonising, and sustainably improving payroll processes and structures.
• You are flexible, committed, and dependable, with a proactive mindset and a strong sense of ownership, especially when contributing to new projects and process improvements.
• You have an excellent command of French (C2 level) and are fluent in English.
• Join us at an exciting stage of our growth, with plenty of opportunities to make an impact.
• Grow in a fast-paced learning environment as part of a supportive and close-knit team.
• Benefit from flexible working hours and the option to work remotely up to 2 days per week.
• Vacation: 5 weeks of paid annual leave plus additional RTT (working time reduction) days.
• Meal vouchers: €10 per working day, with Hornetsecurity contributing €5.92.
• Public transport: 100% reimbursement of public transportation costs.
• Health & insurance: AXA health insurance and supplementary coverage.
• Sports & wellbeing: Subsidies for sports and wellness activities.
• Childcare support: Access to reserved nursery places.
• Employee benefits: Subsidies and gift cards through the Works Council (CSE).
• International Exchange Program: Opportunity to participate in our international employee exchange program.

Hornetsecurity is a leading global provider of next-generation cloud-based security, compliance, backup, and security awareness solutions that help companies and organisations of all sizes around the world. Its flagship product, 365 Total Protection, is the most comprehensive cloud security solution for Microsoft 365 on the market. Driven by innovation and cybersecurity excellence, Hornetsecurity is building a safer digital future and sustainable security cultures with its award-winning portfolio. Hornetsecurity operates in more than 120 countries through its international distribution network of 12,000+ channel partners and MSPs. Its premium services are used by more than 125,000 customers.