Workforce Payroll Specialist

The Company

Our client is a globally operating organization within the FMCG sector, known for its strong portfolio of well-established brands and its focus on quality, innovation, and sustainability. With operations across multiple countries, the company is committed to long-term growth, continuous improvement, and creating a positive impact for consumers, employees, and communities worldwide.

As a Workforce Payroll Specialist, you will be responsible for delivering accurate and compliant Payroll and Time & Attendance services for a local business unit. You will play a key role in ensuring payroll accuracy, maintaining and improving the Time & Attendance system, and supporting automation and digitalization initiatives. Acting as a subject matter expert, you will be the main point of contact for payroll and T&A-related questions while working closely with internal stakeholders and external service providers.

This role requires strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and a proactive mindset focused on process optimization and service excellence.

• Deliver accurate and timely payroll processing in line with legal regulations and internal policies.
• Maintain and continuously improve the Time & Attendance system.
• Drive automation and digitalization initiatives within Payroll and T&A processes.
• Monitor payroll accuracy, document discrepancies, and support KPI and audit requirements.
• Act as the primary contact for payroll and Time & Attendance-related questions from associates and the business unit.
• Ensure all payroll and T&A instructions are clearly captured, understood, and applied correctly.
• Collaborate with third-party payroll providers to ensure all payroll and T&A changes are processed accurately.
• Update process documentation and ensure changes are properly recorded.
• Work closely with People Operations, Rewards, and Benefits teams on payroll and T&A changes.
• Support internal and external audits related to payroll and Time & Attendance activities.
• Investigate, control, and correct payroll calculation and Time & Attendance discrepancies.

• Proven experience in payroll processing and solid knowledge of Time & Attendance processes.
• Experience working with payroll and T&A systems and understanding system effectiveness.
• Fluent in Dutch and English.
• Strong Excel and analytical skills, including data analysis and system reconciliations.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent organizational and planning abilities with the capability to manage multiple priorities.
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.

Looking for your next career move? This opportunity offers the chance to work in a dynamic, international environment where continuous improvement and professional growth are encouraged. If this role aligns with your experience and interests, we invite you to apply.