Payroll Implemention Specialist

Vanderlande Industries B.V.; Veghel; Hybrid; EUR 73,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

40 vacation days

Hybrid workplace (40% WFH)

Health & Wellbeing budget €300/year

Commuting allowance

Pension

On-site health centres

Vanderlande Academy

Networking communities

Job summary

Vanderlande is seeking a Payroll Implementation Specialist to join the Enabling Functions team in Veghel. You will bridge payroll, finance and HR processes, advising stakeholders globally and driving end-to-end payroll improvements. Strong experience with Workday and global payroll projects is essential for success in a fast-growing, international environment. The role offers a hybrid work arrangement and extensive development opportunities.

Qualifications

• At least 8 years of payroll experience.
• Experience with global multi-entity payroll implementations.
• Experience with HR and financial systems, especially Workday.
• Strong analytical and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Advise stakeholders across finance and beyond.
• Drive payroll process standardization and improvements.
• Collaborate with HR IT and payroll partner to deliver payroll solutions.
• Monitor KPIs and drive performance.
• Contribute to HR and finance architecture to align with business goals.
• Support Hire to Retire transformation projects.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Proactive mindset

Education

Bachelor/Master in Finance

MBA preferred

Tools

Workday

HRIS

Job description

Payroll Implementation Specialist Job Description

What You Will Do

As a subject matter expert, you will be the key player in our transformation and improvement programs. You will support us in connecting the dots between the digital world and core finance & HR processes. This will require a thorough understanding of payroll, business processes, best practices, the latest developments, and benefits new tools can bring to VI. Next to business-oriented consulting skills, strong communication skills are essential, enabling us to put the plan into action together with our Global teams. You are a team player and, at the same time, able to deliver independently. Having strong analytical skills and a proactive ‘can-do’ mentality. We’ll give you the opportunity to grow your network, broaden your experience and expand your horizons in a fast-growing global environment.

Your department and scope of activities

The scope of your role is global. Hierarchical you will be part of the Enabling Functions team based in Veghel, the Netherlands and will report into the HR Technology Lead, who is leading payroll transformation and change. We foster a flexible yet critical approach, emphasizing an end-to-end mindset, deep process knowledge, and a strong understanding of the business. We are expected to be highly skilled professionals with a deep understanding of HR, finance, business, and technology. The role requires a combination of strategic thinking, analytical skills, and technical knowledge to design and implement solutions that support the organization’s financial objectives.

Responsibilities

• Process Focus: Advisor to a broad range of Stakeholders both in and outside finance.
• Process Improvement: Drive standardization and initiate improvements within Payroll, using end-to-end expertise to enhance processes and tools.
• Cross-Functional Guidance: Provide expertise on payroll process and offer guidance within Hire to Retire scope.
• KPI Management: Monitor and drive performance based on defined KPIs.
• Technology Focus: HR & Finance Architecture: Contribute to developing and managing HR & finance architecture, including processes, systems, and data (-products), to align with business goals.
• Payroll Implementation: Collaborate with (HR) IT and payroll partner to deliver technically sound, sustainable payroll solutions.
• Change & Risk Management: Stay updated on new technological developments, manage architecture changes, and advise on priorities and risks.
• Continuous Improvement: Identify and evaluate opportunities for process automation.
• General Global Alignment: Collaborate with global teams on Hire to Retire transformation projects.

What You Bring

• Education: Bachelor and/or Master’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or a related field (MBA or relevant certifications preferred);
• Experience: At least 8 years of working experience in payroll or strongly related to payroll; Experience with HR & financial systems and processes, especially with modern HRM & Payroll solutions (e.g., Workday); Proven success in leading or participating in payroll implementations, ideally in a global, multi-entity organization; Experienced with analyzing and reporting data;
• Skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; Exceptional communication skills, capable of explaining complex concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders; Excellent interpersonal skills, confident in building lasting business relationships; You have a result-oriented mindset, are independent, pro‑active, innovative and take ownership.

What we offer

We offer a position in an informal, international and professional working environment with a lot of scope for personal development.

This position offers a competitive salary range of € 6.500 to € 7.600 gross per month (excluding 8% holiday allowance).

On top of your fixed salary, you’ll receive the following secondary benefits:

• 40 vacation days (20 statutory days and a flexible budget worth 20 days)
• Flexible working hours
• A hybrid workplace (40% working from home and 60% in the office)
• A Health & Wellbeing budget worth € 300 per calendar year
• Commuting allowance, including full reimbursement of travel by public transport
• Working from home allowance
• Collective pension scheme and discount on additional health insurance
• On-site company health centres with a gym, physiotherapists and occupational therapists
• Vanderlande Academy and training facilities to boost your skills
• A variety in Vanderlande Network communities and initiatives

Diversity & inclusion

Vanderlande is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regards to race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, or disability status.

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