payroll expert | denmark

The Payroll Expert serves as a regional subject matter expert for Denmark, owning end-to-end payroll execution for specific countries or regions. This role requires deep technical expertise in local payroll regulations, systems implementation, and vendor management. The Payroll Expert acts as the go-to resource for complex payroll matters while driving continuous improvement in payroll processes.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and select relevant software for running payroll, incorporating Deel product technology requirements

• Ensure accurate and timely execution of payroll in your region, as well as in other trained countries

• Prepare and reconcile internal payroll reports, ensuring compliance with local tax authorities

• Own all critical local payroll and HR processes, including setting up involuntary deductions, supporting onboardings and offboardings of employees on record in your region

• Schedule payroll expenses collections and reconcile collections to expenses

• Assess and improve rapid growth processes and procedures, ensuring compliance

• Stay informed of relevant local regulatory and policies changes, communicating and establishing key changes across teams

• Work cross-functionally to provide expertise on local payroll and HR matters in your region

• Answer complex payroll and HR related questions from employees and clients in your region

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Accounting, or a related field from an accredited institution

• 4+ years of payroll and HR experience with experience in relevant country

• Strong working knowledge of local regulations and policies related to payroll and HR

• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks while meeting deadlines timely and accurately

• Strong verbal and written skills to connect with clients and align with various stakeholders

• Strong interpersonal skills, explaining complex issues at an understandable level

• Advanced knowledge of local payroll software solutions

• Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Excel/Google Sheets

• Strong proficiency in English

• Experience managing technology and external payroll providers is an advantage

• Experience with implementation of new payrolls on an industry-recognized payroll solution is preferred

• Experience in multiple country jurisdictions is an advantage

• Experience with multiple payroll technologies is an advantage

Total Rewards

Our workforce deserves fair and competitive pay that meets them where they are. With scalable benefits, rewards, and perks, our total rewards programs reflect our commitment to inclusivity and access for all. 

Some things you’ll enjoy

• Stock grant opportunities dependent on your role, employment status and location

• Additional perks and benefits based on your employment status and country

• The flexibility of remote work, including optional WeWork access

At Deel, we’re an equal-opportunity employer that values diversity and positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of  race, religion, sex, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, pregnancy or maternity or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

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