Payroll Specialist

Generative Bionics; Genova; On-site; EUR 48,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Generative Bionics is seeking an experienced Payroll Specialist to manage the full payroll lifecycle and personnel administration in a fast-paced, innovative setting in Genoa, Italy. You will ensure compliance with labor, tax, and social security regulations while supporting employees and internal stakeholders.

The role requires hands-on Zucchetti HR solutions experience, advanced Excel skills, and a strong attention to detail.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in payroll administration and personnel management.
• Strong knowledge of Italian payroll processes, labor law, tax and social security regulations.
• Experience with multiple CCNLs, ideally CCNL Metalmeccanico Industria.
• Hands-on experience with Zucchetti HR solutions (Paghe Infinity, Presenze Infinity, Z-Travel).
• Excellent Excel proficiency and strong confidentiality.
• Fluent Italian and good English.

Responsibilities

• Manage the end-to-end monthly payroll process, including inputs, attendance data, variable compensation, absences, bonuses, benefits, validation and discrepancy resolution.
• Coordinate with external payroll providers and labor consultants, ensuring compliance with Italian labor law, tax regulations and CCNL requirements.
• Manage employee benefits and supplementary schemes, including healthcare and welfare programs.
• Act as a trusted point of contact for employees and stakeholders on payroll, compensation and benefits matters.
• Maintain accurate personnel records and support payroll-related reporting activities.
• Contribute to continuous improvement, efficiency and digitalization of HR and payroll processes.

Skills

Excel

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Communication skills

English proficiency

Italian language

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Economics, Business Administration, Labor Law, or related field

Tools

Zucchetti HR solutions (Paghe Infinity, Presenze Infinity, Z-Travel)

Other payroll/time & attendance systems

Job description

Location: Via Melen 83, 16152 Genoa, Italy

Contract: Full-time, Permanent

Role

We are looking for an experienced Payroll Specialist to manage payroll and personnel administration activities, ensuring compliance with labor, tax, and social security regulations. The role involves overseeing the full payroll lifecycle, supporting employees and stakeholders, and ensuring accuracy, confidentiality, and operational excellence in a fast-paced, innovative environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage the end-to-end monthly payroll process, including payroll inputs, attendance data, variable compensation, absences, bonuses, benefits, payroll validation, and discrepancy resolution;
• Coordinate with external payroll providers and labor consultants, ensuring compliance with Italian labor law, tax regulations, social security obligations, INPS, INAIL, CU, fiscal reconciliations, and CCNL requirements;
• Manage employee benefits and supplementary schemes, including healthcare and welfare programs;
• Act as a trusted point of contact for employees and internal stakeholders on payroll, compensation, and benefits-related matters;
• Maintain accurate personnel administration records and support payroll-related reporting activities;
• Contribute to the continuous improvement, efficiency, and digitalization of HR and payroll processes;

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Economics, Business Administration, Labor Law, or a related field;
• Minimum 5 years of experience in payroll administration and personnel management;
• Strong knowledge of Italian payroll processes, labor law, tax, and social security regulations;
• Experience managing different employee populations and applying multiple CCNLs, ideally including CCNL Metalmeccanico Industria;
• Hands-on experience with Zucchetti HR solutions, particularly Paghe Infinity, Presenze Infinity, and Z-Travel; knowledge of additional payroll, time & attendance, and HR management systems is a plus;
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel;
• Excellent attention to detail, analytical capabilities, organizational skills, and ability to handle confidential information;
• Strong communication skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines;
• High level of autonomy, reliability, and ownership;
• Fluent Italian and a good command of English;

Valued Extras

• Experience within Labor Consulting Firms (Studi di Consulenza del Lavoro);
• Previous exposure to manufacturing, engineering, technology, robotics, or industrial environments;
• Advanced knowledge of the Zucchetti HR Suite and related modules;
• Experience with labor cost analysis, budgeting, reporting, and workforce planning;
• Professional certifications or specialized training in payroll, labor law, or personnel administration;
• Experience working in international and fast-growing organizations;

We Offer

• The opportunity to join an innovative deep-tech company at the forefront of humanoid robotics;
• A dynamic, international, and collaborative environment focused on innovation and continuous growth;
• Direct impact on the scaling and development of a fast-growing organization;
• Professional development opportunities within a meritocratic and fast-paced culture;
• Competitive compensation aligned with experience and qualifications;

Disclaimer

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate all qualified applicants solely on the basis of merit and business needs, without distinction or discrimination based on gender, race, color, ethnic or social origin, age, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.