Norwegian Payroll Implementation Consultant

GeekSoft Consulting; Oslo; On-site; NOK 700,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

GeekSoft Consulting seeks a Payroll Implementation Consultant in Oslo to lead end-to-end payroll projects for Norwegian clients. You will gather requirements, configure payroll solutions, and validate data and integrations across testing cycles, ensuring smooth go-lives and thorough knowledge transfer.

The role requires 5+ years of payroll experience, strong client-facing and communication skills, and deep knowledge of Norwegian payroll processes and compliance.

Qualifications

• 5+ years experience in payroll or payroll implementation/consulting.
• Strong knowledge of Norwegian payroll processes, tax, legislation and compliance.
• Client-facing, stakeholder management and effective communication skills.
• Experience in payroll outsourcing or payroll software environments.
• Ability to capture, analyze, articulate and document business requirements.
• Proficiency with MS Office suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end Norwegian payroll implementation lifecycle with clients.
• Gather requirements, complete workbooks and configuration documents.
• Collaborate with Product team to configure payroll solutions.
• Validate payroll functionality, data and integrations across testing cycles.
• Participate in UAT, data mapping, reconciliation and go-live activities.
• Provide knowledge transfer to delivery and support teams.
• Document handover and ensure smooth project closure.

Skills

Payroll implementation

Client-facing

Stakeholder management

Requirements gathering

Documentation

Problem solving

Analytical thinking

Communication

Finnish knowledge of regulations

Tools

MS Excel

MS Word

PowerPoint

Job description

Contract | GeekSoft Consulting | Norway

Job Information

Technology

Work Experience 5+ years

State/Province Oslo

City Oslo

Job Description

• Help design, build and continuously improve the clients online platform.
  
• Research, suggest and implement new technology solutions following best practices/standards.
  
• Take responsibility for the resiliency and availability of different products.
  
• Be a productive member of the team.
  

Requirements

• The Norwegian Payroll Implementation Consultant will manage and support the end-to-end payroll implementation lifecycle, working closely with clients to gather requirements, configure and test payroll solutions, validate data and integrations, resolve issues, and support go-live activities.
  
• Act as the client-facing functional lead during project kick-off and requirements discussions.
  
• Gather and validate payroll configuration requirements and complete workbooks, configuration documents, and questionnaires.
  
• Identify deviations from product and process standards and recommend appropriate solutions.
  
• Collaborate with the Product team to configure and implement the payroll solution.
  
• Validate payroll functionality, data, and integrations throughout project testing cycles.
  
• Perform data validation across payroll and connected systems.
  
• Support defect identification, tracking, resolution, and workaround definition.
  
• Coordinate integration issue resolution with relevant technical and functional teams.
  
• Support UAT, parallel testing, data mapping, and reconciliation activities.
  
• Contribute to project planning, tracking, and status updates.
  
• Support go-live preparation and post-implementation activities.
  
• Provide knowledge transfer to Delivery, Application Services, and Operational Payroll teams.
  
• Ensure effective documentation and handover of the implemented payroll solution.
  
• Experience in a functional consulting or analytical role within a payroll outsourcing or payroll software environment.
  
• Strong knowledge of Norwegian payroll processes, tax, legislation, and compliance requirements.
  
• Proven experience with the Norwegian payroll implementation lifecycle.
  
• Strong client-facing, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
  
• Ability to capture, analyze, articulate, and document business requirements.
  
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to develop practical and cost-effective solutions.
  
• Ability to assess alternative solutions based on feasibility, impact, and cost.
  
• Proactive approach with strong attention to detail.
  
• Proficiency in MS Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
  
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  
• Ability to work effectively in a global, fast-paced environment.
  
• A challenging, innovating environment.
  
• Opportunities for learning where needed.