Payroll Accountant - Exclusive

Up to €75,000 (inclusive of holiday allowance) + bonus & benefits
Posted 7 days ago
Job ID: 8512

Job Description

EMEA Recruitment has exclusively partnered with a global electronics manufacturer looking to add a Payroll Specialist to its Amsterdam-based Finance team.

This is an exciting opportunity to join an internationally established business operating in over 60 countries and significantly impact the Payroll function within the EMEA region. 

Responsibilities of the Payroll Specialist:
  • Payroll Processing & Accuracy: Oversee timely and accurate payroll calculations, entries, reconciliations, and adjustments each cycle
  • Compliance & Controls: Establish payroll-related controls, ensure compliance with statutory requirements

  • Collaboration & Support: Partner with HR on payroll updates, provide employee portal assistance while supporting internal and external audits

  • Reporting & Process Improvement: Prepare payroll reports for Accounting and HR, manage banking activities, and support the automation of payroll processes


Skills, Qualifications and Experience:
  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience, 5+ years in payroll, multi-country payroll experience
  •  Proficiency in payroll/accounting software, strong Excel skills experience with ADP preferable
  • In-depth knowledge of country-specific payroll laws and regulations, with a strong emphasis on accuracy, confidentiality, and compliance
  • Excellent attention to detail, customer service skills, problem-solving abilities, teamwork orientation, and the ability to prioritize tasks under urgency

EMEA Recruitment is committed to promoting Equity, Diversity and Inclusion in the workplace. We act as a neutral third party in the recruitment process, basing our candidate searches on skills and experience. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, gender, sex, relationship status, disability, race, religion/beliefs, or sexual orientation.