Payroll Manager

Opis

The Payroll Manager owns end‑to‑end payroll operations for Poland, ensuring accurate, compliant, and timely payroll delivery in a dynamic, international environment. This is a hands‑on, operational role, combining accountability for payroll outcomes with active involvement in complex cases, analyses, and day‑to‑day operational support when needed. Working closely with payroll specialists, vendors, Finance, HR, and other stakeholders, the role ensures smooth payroll execution and a high‑quality employee experience. Good knowledge of working‑time and absence regulations is essential to support the team and ensure payroll accuracy. The Payroll Manager also drives process improvements, supports payroll‑related projects, and prepares clear, employee‑focused communications on payroll deadlines and key legal or process changes.

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Wymagania

• Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred.

• 5+ years of end-to-end Polish payroll experience.

• Strong knowledge of Polish payroll and tax legislation.

• Solid understanding of working time and absence regulations impacting payroll (Time & Attendance)

• Experience in mid-size to large multinational organizations.

• Fluent in English and Polish.

• Proactive team player with strong communication skills and a service-oriented mindset.

Zakres obowiązków

• Payroll Operations

• Own end-to-end Polish payroll processing and payroll calendar management, covering both employment contracts and civil law contracts, and providing expert support in complex settlement cases.

• Supervise monthly payroll preparation, validation, approvals, and salary releases.

• Support the team in working‑time and absence‑related topics impacting payroll accuracy.

• Prepare clear payroll communications for employees, including monthly payment schedules and key legal or payroll changes.

• Ensure compliance with SOX controls, local legislation, and internal policies.

• Review payroll postings, accruals, and support Finance with clearing activities.

• Manage year-end payroll activities, tax filings, and employee tax forms.

• Analyze and implement legal or business changes impacting payroll processes.

• Support internal and external payroll audits and resolve discrepancies.

• Manage payroll vendor performance through SLAs and KPIs.

• Lead service calls, provide feedback, and escalate issues when required.

• Review and approve payroll vendor invoices in coordination with Vendor Management.

• Documentation, Projects & Employee Experience

• Maintain and improve payroll procedures in line with legislation and HR policies.

• Support payroll-related projects (requirements, testing, documentation, training).

• Act as the highest-level escalation point for payroll issues, ensuring service excellence.