Norwegian Payroll Analyst — Compliance, Automation & Insight

CHC Group Ltd.; Stavanger; Hybrid; NOK 580,000 - 740,000; Full time

Job summary

CHC Group Ltd. in Stavanger, Norway, seeks a Payroll Analyst for a 12-month fixed-term contract. You will prepare, validate, and process monthly Norwegian payroll and ensure compliance with statutory requirements and GDPR.

You will manage Altinn reporting, perform reconciliations, support month-end close, and assist with audits. The role collaborates with HR and Finance to maintain accurate payroll data.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of payroll experience, preferably within a medium to large organisation.
• Strong knowledge of Norwegian payroll legislation, taxation, pensions, sick pay, and reporting requirements.
• Experience managing end-to-end payroll processes and payroll reconciliations.
• Experience with Unit4 or similar payroll/ERP systems; Altinn reporting experience is desirable.
• Relevant qualification in Payroll, Accounting, Finance, or equivalent experience.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, process, and validate monthly Norwegian payroll ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Manage statutory payroll reporting and submissions through Altinn and other authorities.
• Ensure compliance with Norwegian payroll legislation and collective agreements where applicable.
• Perform monthly payroll-to-general ledger reconciliations and resolve discrepancies.
• Prepare payroll journals and support month-end and year-end close activities.
• Reconcile payroll-related balance sheet accounts, remittances, and taxes.
• Administer employee benefits, pension deductions, sick pay, and other payroll transactions.
• Maintain payroll master data and ensure records are up to date.
• Support audits by preparing documentation and responding to inquiries.
• Maintain and improve payroll procedures and internal controls.
• Ensure data handling complies with GDPR and confidentiality standards.
• Participate in payroll system testing, upgrades, and legislative updates.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and automation.
• Build relationships with HR, Finance, and external providers.

Skills

Payroll experience

Norwegian payroll legislation

End-to-end payroll

Excel proficiency

Communication

Education

Payroll/Accounting/Finance qualification

Tools

Unit4

Altinn

Job description

CHC Group Ltd. in Stavanger, Norway, seeks a Payroll Analyst for a 12-month fixed-term contract. You will prepare, validate, and process monthly Norwegian payroll and ensure compliance with statutory requirements and GDPR.

You will manage Altinn reporting, perform reconciliations, support month-end close, and assist with audits. The role collaborates with HR and Finance to maintain accurate payroll data.