Payroll Specialist

Functieomschrijving:

In this role you manage the full Dutch payroll process end‑to‑end, including monthly processing, data updates, statutory changes, and employee inquiries. You also support cross‑country payroll activities for the UK and Belgium, ensuring accurate inputs, compliance, and coordination with tax, mobility, and benefits teams. In addition, the role contributes to process improvements, audits, and system updates.

Client Details

The organization is a global advisory firm that helps companies solve complex strategic, operational, and organizational challenges across many industries. They work with leading businesses and public institutions to drive transformation, improve performance, and develop long‑term solutions grounded in data, analysis, and innovation. The firm operates worldwide with multidisciplinary teams who partner closely with clients on high‑impact projects.

Description

• You are responsible for managing the full end‑to‑end Dutch payroll cycle, including monthly processing, statutory updates, data changes, and employee payroll queries.
• You ensure accurate and compliant payroll outputs by coordinating closely with external payroll providers and internal stakeholders across the NL/UK/BE hub.
• You handle all payroll‑related changes such as starters, leavers, global transfers, variable pay, allowances, and leave processes.
• You support cross‑country payroll activities, benefits administration, audits, year‑end processes, and mobility‑related payroll requirements.
• You drive process improvements, maintain strong controls, and act as the Dutch payroll subject‑matter expert within the wider regional payroll team.

Profile

• You have at least 3-5 years of working experience in a similar role.
• You bring strong Dutch payroll expertise (including wage tax, social security, pensions) and can independently manage complex, end‑to‑end payroll processes with confidence.
• You are highly accurate and detail‑oriented, with the ability to meet strict deadlines while juggling multiple parallel tasks.
• You communicate clearly, build strong relationships with stakeholders, and feel comfortable collaborating with HR, Finance, Benefits, Mobility, and external advisors.
• You show initiative, take ownership, and use good judgment to solve new or complex issues without needing day‑to‑day guidance.
• You are tech‑savvy, proactive about improving processes, and experienced with payroll/HR systems as well as Office 365.
• You speak English fluently.

Job Offer

• An assignment for 7 months, with the possibility of an extension.
• Contract for 32-40 hours per week.
• An international, high‑caliber work environment withcross‑country collaboration.
• Strong learning and development opportunities in a structured, expert‑driven setting.
• A culture that values integrity, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
• Clear governance, solid processes, and access to top‑tier payroll, tax, and HR specialists.
• An inclusive, equal‑opportunity workplace where all employees are supported and respected.

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