Payroll Associate

About the Role

The Payroll Associate is responsible for running payroll activities accurately and on time for assigned employee groups. The position focuses on meeting statutory obligations, following internal procedures, and delivering against service commitments. It plays an important part in payroll operations by coordinating with internal teams and outside partners to support a dependable payroll process and a positive employee experience.

This is a hybrid position based in Varna, Bulgaria, with three in-office days each week.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and process monthly payroll inputs and outputs according to set procedures, deadlines, and control standards.
• Carry out checks and validations to confirm payroll accuracy and compliance with legal requirements.
• Handle regular payroll changes such as new hires, departures, and updates to employee records.
• Reply to payroll questions from employees and internal stakeholders in a professional way.
• Keep payroll records complete, accurate, and ready for audit review.
• Assist with reconciliations, reporting tasks, and resolving payroll issues.
• Identify and escalate exceptions, risks, or unusual cases following established procedures.
• Support ongoing improvement efforts and share knowledge within the payroll team.

Requirements

• 1 to 3 years of post-graduate experience in a data-focused environment.
• Interest in using information and analysis to create value for the organization.
• Strong analytical ability with a willingness to contribute ideas and practical solutions.
• Motivation to learn, develop, and grow in a fast-paced, high-growth business.
• Good communication and relationship-building skills.
• Highly organized, dependable, detail-oriented, and able to work effectively in a changing environment.

Benefits

• 25 to 28 days of paid annual leave.
• Medical coverage through Bulstrad for the employee and dependents.
• Life, accidental death and dismemberment, disability, and critical illness insurance through DZI.
• Meal vouchers worth EUR 95 per month from Edenred.
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Program access.
• Global tuition reimbursement of up to EUR 3,425 per year.
• Fertility support of up to EUR 6,525 per year.
• Adoption support.
• Business travel insurance.
• U choose program offering EUR 275 every quarter for eligible purchases.

Company Overview

UKG builds a workforce operating platform designed to help organizations understand and support their people better. Its platform uses workforce intelligence and people-first AI to improve trust, productivity, and talent outcomes across industries.

Equal Opportunity

UKG is an equal opportunity employer and supports diversity and inclusion throughout hiring and employment.

Disability Accommodation

Candidates who need additional help during the application or interview process can contact UKGCareers@ukg.com.

Compensation

The annual gross salary for this role is between EUR 13,100 and EUR 15,000. Final pay may differ based on skills, experience, job-related knowledge, and work location. Employees may also be eligible for a performance bonus and restricted stock unit awards as part of total compensation.