Payroll Specialist - Netherlands

GoGlobal; Netherlands; On-site; EUR 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

GoGlobal is seeking a Payroll Specialist to run in-house Netherlands payrolls using our Numbrs software. You will setup client-specific requirements, ensure compliance, and manage end-to-end payroll processing with accurate data.

Fluent in Dutch and English, you will interact with local authorities, generate payslips, support HR operations, and maintain confidentiality. This role requires independence, organization, and proactive communication within a European context.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of payroll experience in in-house processing in Netherlands.
• Fluent in Dutch and English (strong).
• Must be located in Europe.
• In-depth experience handling payroll directly and independently on a payroll software.
• Exposure to payroll processing in Portugal and Slovakia would be an advantage, but is not essential.
• Excellent organizational and interpersonal abilities.
• Proficient in using computers and payroll software.
• Self-motivated, trustworthy, and able to work independently under tight schedules.
• Open to flexibility and positive approach towards change.
• Proactive and effective communicator.

Responsibilities

• Running in-house payroll operations using Numbrs payroll software.
• Setup client-specific requirements, adhering to local laws and CBAs, and configuring pay codes.
• Manage the end-to-end payroll cycle, gathering, calculating, inputting and validating data.
• Maintain contact with local authorities for filings and registrations.
• Complete payroll documentation and support audits with prepared evidence.
• Ensure compliance with local processing including monthly, quarterly and annual tax filings.
• Maintain and update employee data accurately in the payroll database.
• Generate and distribute payslips promptly to staff.
• Address employee inquiries related to wages, deductions, attendance and time records.
• Stay up-to-date with exemptions or status changes and handle changes efficiently.
• Adhere to payroll policies, procedures and laws; ensure compliance.
• Investigate and resolve discrepancies in payroll tasks.
• Maintain strict confidentiality of pay records.
• Prepare payroll reports for records or management review.
• Support HR operations in the country.
• Act as escalation point for employee queries.
• Stay informed about HR trends and regulatory changes; share updates.
• Assist in ad hoc projects as requested.

Skills

Dutch language

English language

Independent working

Attention to detail

Tools

Numbrs payroll software

Job description

We are seeking a skilled and experienced Payroll Specialist to run our In-House payrolls for the Netherlands. The successful candidate will have a deep understanding of The Netherlands payroll with full in-house knowledge.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Running our in-house payroll operations using our local payroll software "Numbrs"
• Setup client-specific requirements, adhering to local legal requirements and Collective Bargaining Agreements (CBA), and necessary pay code configurations.
• Manage the end-to-end payroll cycle, ensuring accurate and timely processing of payroll data, including gathering, calculating, inputting, and validating information.
• Close contact with the local Authorities to lead the required paperwork, handle all relevant filings and registrations for social security, tax authorities, and other statutory requirements.
• Responsible for the completed documentation in the archive and supports possible audits with documentation prepared for the Authorities.
• Ensure compliance with local statutory processing, including monthly, quarterly, and annual tax filings. This involves obtaining relevant documentation from staff, computing tax processing, and producing required reports/forms for filing to tax authorities and employees.
• Maintain and update employee data accurately in the payroll database.
• Generate and distribute payslips promptly to all staff members.
• Address employee inquiries related to wages, deductions, attendance, and time records.
• Stay up-to-date with exemptions or status changes and handle them efficiently.
• Adhere to payroll policies, procedures, and relevant laws, ensuring compliance.
• Investigate and resolve discrepancies in all payroll-related tasks.
• Maintain strict confidentiality of employees' pay records.
• Prepare and complete payroll reports for record-keeping purposes or managerial review.
• Provide support to HR operations in the country.
• Act as an escalation point for clients' employees, ensuring timely resolution of queries.
• Stay informed about the latest HR trends and regulatory changes, communicating relevant updates to the teams.
• Assist in other ad hoc projects as requested.

• Minimum 2 years of payroll experience in in-house processing in Netherlands is a must
• Fluent in Dutch and English (strong)
• Must be located in Europe.
• In-depth experience handling payroll directly and independently on a payroll software.
• Exposure to payroll processing in Portugal and Slovakia would be an advantage, but is not essential.
• Excellent organizational and interpersonal abilities.
• Proficient in using computers and payroll software.
• Proactive and effective communicator.
• Possess a positive attitude and flexibility towards change.
• Detail-oriented with a capability to handle complex tasks.
• Self-motivated, trustworthy, and able to work independently under tight schedules.
• Open to flexibility and positive approach towards change.

ABOUT US

GoGlobal is the leading professional services company to guide, establish and manage global operations with compliance and confidence. We bring the human touch to entering new markets and consolidating vendors through a single point of management. With a presence in over 140 countries on six continents and growing, we make running a global business easy.

Business & Corporate Services provided:

• Entity Solutions: Entity establishment, Corporate secretarial & directorship services, Domicile services, Dormancy/Liquidation
• HR Solutions: Global recruitment, Employer of Record (EOR), Agent of Record (AOR), Global benefits, Global payroll, International HR Consulting
• Finance Solutions: Accounting & Tax

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Sometimes, things just take time to do well. In our business, delivering great results is a process - and we're committed to doing it right.

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We are a global team, built for those who want to go further. Here's what your career at GoGlobal looks like:

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• We operate with the benefits of a partnership without the complexities of a partnership. Our hybrid partnership-corporate model offers all employees the opportunity to become a partner, while maintaining a streamlined corporate structure so that decisions are made quickly

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• We prioritize organic and sustainable growth. Expanding operations quickly by way of mergers and acquisitions might seem appealing, but the reality is integrating diverse cultures can be challenging. We're proud of our own culture and prefer to grow it our way

• We're global. We offer career opportunities across the world-whether it's new job roles or international locations

• English is our official language, but for many, it's our second language. We embrace this and find it rewarding communicating with colleagues from all over the world

• We are not a family. We operate more like a high-performing sports team where each individual's contribution is crucial to our collective success

• We keep things simple and collaborative. Our structure makes it easy for teams to work together across borders so we can serve our clients with global needs more effectively. Unlike big, siloed companies, we work seamlessly to handle international deals without the headaches of territorial ownership

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