Senior Payroll and Compensation Specialist

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Senior Payroll & Benefits Specialist We are looking for a Senior Payroll & Benefits Specialist to own and manage our end-to-end payroll while contributing to the development of a robust payroll & benefits framework.

This role combines excellence in payroll with a mindset to improve processes and drive efficiency.

Responsibilities: Payroll Management- Manage the full monthly payroll cycle, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timeliness.- Process payroll inputs, including variable elements, absences, and employee changes.- Perform reconciliations and accounting entries, including monthly and annual closings in strict compliance with local labor laws, tax and social security regulations.- Act as the main point of contact for internal supervision and coordination of payroll processes with the abroad entities in collaboration with local HR partners and payroll providers.- Ensure proper documentation and audit trail for all payroll activities.

Process Improvement & Projects- Identify opportunities to improve payroll and HR processes to increase efficiency and reduce manual work.- Document and standardize payroll procedures and collaborate with HRIS teams to optimize systems and workflows.

Compensation & Benefits- Manage benefits and ad hoc elements (bonuses, incentives, pension plans, etc.).- Contribute to salary benchmarking and market analysis to design and maintain salary grids and structures.- Partner with Talent Management on salary reviews and promotions.

Analysis & Reporting- Monitor payroll and benefits budgets in collaboration with Finance.- Prepare regular reports and dashboards (headcount, payroll costs, variance analysis).- Provide insights and data to support management.

Profile & Skills- 5+ years of experience in payroll, ideally in an international or fast-paced environment.- Deep knowledge of payroll processes, accounting principles, and strong knowledge of Swiss payroll and Swiss labor laws & regulations.- Experience with payroll systems and software.- Solid analytical skills with strong attention to detail.- Exposure to Compensation & Benefits topics (benchmarking, salary structures, bonus schemes) is a strong asset.

Soft Skills- High level of accuracy and organizational skills.- Ability to work cross-functionally with HR, Finance, and external providers.- Proactive mindset with a continuous improvement approach.- Communication skills and ability to explain complex topics clearly.

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