Payroll Specialist

Our customer is an international company active in the healthcare industry (medical devices) having its European headquarters based in Zaventem.

As Payroll & Benefits Specialist, you are responsible for the full, accurate and timely management of the company's payroll administration for all employees, in full compliance with legal requirements and internal policies.
You play a central role in optimising payroll processes, with a strong affinity for Compensation & Benefits, and actively contribute to broader HR projects.

Key responsibilities:- Ensure the accurate execution of the monthly payroll cycle, including salary calculations, benefits, taxes and social security contributions.
- Deliver ad-hoc reporting and analytics, providing detailed insights into payroll costs, HR trends and other key performance indicators.
- Work closely with the external payroll provider (e.g. SD Worx) to guarantee a smooth and reliable payroll operation.
- Manage and continuously improve processes related to leave, absences and employee benefits (insurance plans, meal vouchers, etc.).
- Act as the primary point of contact for employees regarding payroll and benefits-related queries, with the ability to clearly explain payroll related processes.
- Actively contribute to HR projects, including initiatives aimed at improving payroll and compensation efficiency and the implementation of new HR tools or solutions.
- Ensure full compliance with social and tax legislation and promote best practices within the payroll function.

The ideal candidate can demonstrate the following skills and experience:

- You hold a Bachelor or Master degree in a relevant field or equivalent by experience

- You can demonstrate more than 4 years of experience in payroll management. Any additional experience with the UK, Germany, or the Netherlands payroll systems is considered an asset.

- You have a very good knowledge of the Belgian social legislation

- You are fluent in English and Dutch (both written and spoken), knowledge of French is an asset.

- You possess good communication skills allowing you to clearly explain HR payroll related processes to varied stakeholders

- You are customer oriented, can handle confidential information with the necessary discretion and enjoy working within an international and multicultural environment