Payroll Coordinator EMEA (Retail)

TL;DR

Payroll Coordinator EMEA (Retail): Managing fully outsourced EMEA payrolls with an accent on payroll cycle validation, employee query resolution, and vendor management. Focus on ensuring timely salary payments, maintaining internal controls, and coordinating payroll bookings with the Finance Department.

Location: Hybrid working set-up in Athens, Greece

Salary: €28,400 – €33,725 Yearly

Company

A leading global toy and family entertainment company and owner of iconic brands such as Barbie, Hot Wheels, and Fisher-Price.

What you will do

• Manage the full payroll cycle for designated EMEA countries, including processing and validating input and output.
• Handle payroll-specific queries from employees and business partners.
• Maintain strong relationships with the payroll provider and internal stakeholders.
• Ensure the timely payment of salaries, social security, and taxes.
• Coordinate payroll bookings with the Finance Department.
• Safeguard payroll procedures and internal controls while assisting in audit requests.

Requirements

• 1–3 years of experience in international payroll.
• Must be based in or able to work hybrid in Athens, Greece.
• Solid proficiency in Excel for managing commonly used functions.
• Excellent English language skills.
• High level of integrity when handling highly confidential information.

Nice to have

• Knowledge of French or German payroll.
• Proficiency in French.

Culture & Benefits

• Hybrid working model combining in-person collaboration with flexibility.
• Comprehensive insurance package including health, life, and disability insurance.
• Generous family benefits program with fully paid leave for caregivers.
• Paid time off: 20-26 vacation days plus 3 additional company days off.
• Meal vouchers and toy discounts.
• Employee assistance programs including access to Modern Health, Headspace, and Maven.