Payroll Manager Iberia – Shared Services Centre

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage end-to-end payroll operations for Spain and Portugal for all the employees of the company

• Ensure accurate and timely payroll processing, including salary calculations, deductions, and statutory contributions.

• Stay updated with local payroll regulations, tax laws, and compliance requirements for each country.

• Collaborate with all the different stakeholders of the business including external vendors to ensure a smooth payroll processing and provide guidance and support to People and Culture and Finance teams regarding payroll processes, compliance, and reporting.

• Constant review and update of the payroll processes to review and validate payroll inputs, including employee data, time-sheets, employee benefits, and deductions, for accuracy and compliance.

• Develop and implement payroll policies, procedures, and controls to ensure accuracy, compliance, and data security.

• Coordinate period-end payroll processes, including tax reporting, social security registrations and payments, and the different compliance filings for each of the countries.

• Continuous search of opportunities to implement payroll system enhancements, upgrades, and integration’s to improve efficiency and accuracy.

• Conduct periodic payroll audits to ensure data accuracy, identify discrepancies, and resolve any payroll-related issues.

• Develop and deliver payroll training programs to ensure awareness and understanding of payroll policies and procedures.

• Lead and manage a team of payroll technicians, providing mentorship, performance feedback, and career development opportunities.

Qualification & Requirements

• Proved experience as a Payroll Manager with a focus on managing payroll operations in Spain and Portugal.

• In-depth knowledge of local payroll regulations, tax laws, and compliance requirements.

• Strong understanding of statutory deductions, tax rates, social security requirements, and benefits regulations in Spain and Portugal.

• Experience working with payroll service advisors and managing relationships with external vendors.

• Excellent organisational and leadership skills.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

• Proficiency in payroll software and Microsoft Office.

• Proactivity, capacity to work under pressure and strong ethics
• Fluent in Spanish, Portuguese, and English.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Hybrid working

• Opportunity to work in a dynamic and growing company.

• Professional development and career growth opportunities.

• Collaborative and supportive work environment.