Payroll Coordinator EMEA - Fixed Term Contract

Overview

Safeguard Global invites you to join a flexible and inclusive workplace that champions working in ways that accommodate your life commitments while driving results. Our opportunities enable you to select how and where you work, transcending traditional work models.

Role Summary

As a Payroll Coordinator, you will oversee the full employment lifecycle of Safeguard Global’s workers within the EMEA region. Key duties focus on resolving payroll queries, ensuring compliant and efficient payroll processing for our clients, coordinating with both internal teams and external partners, managing sales invoice generation, and guaranteeing timely and correct payments to workers.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the complete payroll process for employees after onboarding.
• Stay well-informed of company payroll guidelines and government payroll regulations.
• Process payroll accurately and promptly.
• Investigate discrepancies in payroll reports and ensure corrections to maintain balance.
• Review and approve payroll reports against client and internal data.
• Maintain payroll schedules, key performance indicators, and payroll data records regularly.
• Liaise with clients to understand and convey country-specific payroll requirements throughout worker employment.
• Ensure employee records are current and accurate before payroll runs.
• Serve as the primary contact for payroll-related queries from workers.
• Oversee funding and billing for payroll, including charge sheet completion and invoice generation.
• Manage document retention for workers in adherence to compliance and record-keeping standards.
• Handle employment contract changes such as salary adjustments and benefits updates post-onboarding.
• Respond promptly to queries from workers, internal teams, and clients.
• Conduct compliant offboarding for all workers, whether on fixed-term or indefinite contracts.
• Ensure background checks are completed as required before processing the first payroll.

Preferred Qualifications

• At least two to three years of relevant payroll experience.
• Solid understanding of payroll principles and local legislation for supported countries.
• Strong communication skills in English and local languages, both oral and written.
• Excellent problem-solving capabilities with close attention to detail and analytical thinking.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively.
• Self-motivated with a proactive approach.
• Strong organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail.

About Safeguard Global

We are a worldwide organization providing payroll, hiring, and employee management solutions across 170+ countries to over 1500 corporations. Join us to engage with diverse cultures, expand your global network, and work collaboratively in an international environment.

Employee Benefits

• Flexible work arrangements supporting autonomy.
• Paid bonding leave for new parents.
• Two paid days dedicated to charitable activities.
• Recognition and reward programs for outstanding contribution and alignment with company values.
• Eligibility for annual bonuses or sales incentive programs.

Culture and Development

• Work within a global environment fostering multinational collaboration and cultural exchange.
• Enjoy a supportive culture that values your input and ensures recognition of your achievements.
• Access two learning platforms for ongoing personal and professional growth at your own pace.

Equal Opportunity

Safeguard Global is committed to creating a workplace of mutual respect and equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees.