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Executes operational payroll objectives set by payroll management. Assumes full responsibility for the processing of trial and final payroll outputs. Ensures accurate month end reporting and submission of all statutory filings, tax returns, and statutory reports required by local authorities. Contributes to the introduction of new payroll processes, systems, or standards. Collaborates with internal teams across various departments and may engage with external parties, such as vendors or local authorities, to support seamless and compliant payroll operations. Avantor is seeking an International Payroll Specialist for a 12 month fixed term assignment to support our Global Payroll team in delivering accurate, compliant, and timely payroll operations across European countries. This role combines day to day payroll activities with involvement in global transformation initiatives. The role is fully remote.
Job Responsibility:
Manage end to end payroll processing for assigned European countries in collaboration with external payroll vendors
Review payroll outputs including gross to net reports, variance checks, payment files, and statutory submissions
Ensure accuracy of employee data across payroll systems and Workday
support corrections and data uploads when needed
Assist with payroll related data migration and collaborate with HRIS on system changes
Participate in payroll testing activities such as data validation, parallel testing, and GL testing
Maintain payroll documentation, workflows, and process guidelines
Provide support to employees, HR teams, managers, and external stakeholders regarding payroll topics
Escalate risks, issues, and data inconsistencies and support resolution
Contribute to training and communication during process or system changes
Requirements:
Minimum 3–4 years of experience in European payroll operations
Experience working with external payroll vendors (preferably ADP or Safeguard)
Strong analytical skills and ability to work with large datasets
Advanced Excel skills and high attention to detail
Strong organizational skills and ability to work in a dynamic environment
Nice to have:
Experience with Workday and/or PECI integrations
Experience in payroll migrations or system implementations