Payroll Specialist

Who We Are

FTI Consulting is the world's leading expert-driven consulting firm. Over the last 40 years, FTI Consulting experts have served as the trusted advisor to Fortune 500 companies and the world's leading law and private equity firms when they are facing their greatest opportunities and challenges. Our strong performance and continued success are a direct reflection of the ambition, energy, and commitment of our talented professionals across the globe to make a positive impact for our clients and communities. At FTI Consulting, you'll be inspired and empowered to make an impact on headline matters that change history.

Working side by side with the world's leading experts in your field, you'll be surrounded by an open collaborative culture that embraces diversity, recognition, professional development and most importantly, you. There's never been a more exciting time to join FTI Consulting and this is where you will do the most exciting and fulfilling work of your career. Are you ready to make an impact?

About The Role

The EMEA Payroll Specialist is a support role within the EMEA payroll team that reports to Payroll Director. The Payroll Specialist will be responsible for all aspects of payroll processing through third party vendors for, but not exclusive to, Germany and Switzerland as well as supporting other administrative functions as required. You will be the subject matter expert for these country payrolls and will be fluent in English and German. The role will be based in Germany.

What You'll Do

• Processing of EMEA Payrolls
• Reviewing and checking all aspects of Payroll processing, Starters, Leavers, Variable data e.g. bonus, advances, leave, salary sacrifice, and Benefits processed through payroll.
• Responsible for ensuring that all relevant processes have been followed and approvals obtained prior to any payroll adjustments being processed.
• Working with the 3rd party payroll providers in country to ensure accurate and timely processing of payrolls.
• Reconciling of payrolls prior to sending for approval.
• Maintaining accurate files.
• Day to day liaison with key stakeholders - Payroll Providers, HR, employees, Benefits Team, Office Managers, Management Accountants etc.
• Assist with the preparation of the monthly payroll reconciliations and control reports.
• Liaising with the Finance teams to ensure all relevant payments to local tax authorities and 3rd party providers are processed accurately and timely.
• To act as a designated point of contact and subject matter expert for payroll related queries submitted by staff, management and key stakeholders.
• Maintaining an understanding of current payroll legislation in the regions.
• Ensure process notes and maps are kept updated with any changes in conjunction with the Payroll Manager.
• Support Management with Payroll reporting requests, including (but not limited to) salary data, bonus data, payroll costings etc.
• Managing the relevant country mailboxes.
• Other ad hoc duties as required.

How You'll Grow

We are committed to investing and supporting you in your professional development and we have developed a range of programs focused on fostering leadership, growth and development opportunities. We aim to promote continuous learning and individual skills development through on-the-job learning, self-guided professional development courses and certifications. You'll be assigned a dedicated coach to mentor, guide and support you through regular coaching sessions and serve as an advocate for your professional growth. As you progress through your career at FTI Consulting, we offer tailored programs for critical professional milestones to ensure you are prepared and empowered to take on your next role.

What You Will Need to Succeed

Basic Qualifications

• Minimum of 4 years EMEA payroll experience.
• A knowledge of German & Swiss payroll legislation.
• Good working knowledge of Excel (v-look ups), Word and PowerPoint.
• Experienced in working to tight deadlines.
• Methodical and organised with a positive attitude.
• Strong attention to detail is essential.
• Ability to prioritise, manage time and work effectively.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Strong team player in an environment of professionals.
• Fluent German and English language skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience of working with EMEA payroll & 3rd party payroll providers.
• Experience of Professional/Financial Services Environment.

Our Benefits

Our goal is to support the well-being of you and your families-physically, emotionally, and financially. We offer market competitive benefits (including pension), gym and family friendly options. We also offer professional development programme, wellness, recognition, community volunteering initiatives, and flexible/hybrid working arrangements.

About FTI

FTI Consulting is a global business advisory firm dedicated to helping clients with their most significant opportunities and challenges. With more than 8,000 employees located in 31 countries, our broad and diverse bench of award-winning experts advise their clients when they are facing their most significant opportunities and challenges. At FTI Consulting, we embrace, cultivate and maintain a culture of diversity, inclusion & belonging, which are fundamental components to our core values.