EMEA Payroll Accountant

Responsibilities:

• Handle EMEA Payroll for 8 countries - UK, Germany, Switzerland, Spain, Sweden, France, Belgium, India
• Liaising with HR regarding required payroll updates
• Liaising with accounts payable regarding payroll-related invoices
• Being the first point of contact for all payroll-related queries
• Managing the payroll ledgers and accruals within the accounting system
• Completing the monthly payroll reconciliations
• Assists in providing audit requirements related to payroll

Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Commerce/Accountancy; M.Com/MBA-HR preferred
• 3 to 8 years of work experience in General Accounting and EMEA Payroll Accounting
• With experience in handling payroll of other countries
• Having experience in compensations, statutory benefits and taxes is preferred.
• Experience in a major audit firm or multinational organization is an advantage
• Effective interpersonal and communication skills
• Well organized, thorough and detailed, with a creative approach to problem solving
• Ability to follow instructions and procedures, follow through on issues and prioritize effectively
• Highly motivated, able to work independently and with initiative
• Team player
• Ability to work under pressure in a dynamic environment and meet tight deadlines
• Able to work confidently with IT applications like Excel, Outlook, Accounting Systems
• Fluent in English