Associate Payroll and Time & Attendance (EMEA)

TL;DR

Associate Payroll and Time & Attendance (HR Operations): Executing payroll activities and operations for the EMEA region with an accent on compliance, data integrity, and operational efficiency. Focus on validating payroll inputs, reconciling files, and ensuring adherence to local regulations and company standards.

Location: Hybrid (Thessaloniki, Greece)

Company

Global pharmaceutical leader focused on breakthroughs that change patients' lives through drug discovery and development.

What you will do

• Manage and execute assigned payroll processes, including input collection, validation, and error correction.
• Perform payroll controls, validate and reconcile payroll files.
• Reconcile and remit payments to statutory authorities and maintain detailed documentation.
• Prepare funding forecasts, bank files, and GL files for internal and external stakeholders.
• Ensure strict compliance with company policies, local regulations, and collective agreements.
• Respond to employee payroll inquiries and collaborate with PX and Finance teams.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Human Resources or a related field.
• 1-2 years of experience in payroll, accounting, or human resources.
• Proven knowledge of payroll calculation and processing.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English (spoken & written).
• Must be based in Greece to support the hybrid work model in Thessaloniki.

Nice to have

• Experience with multi-country or international payroll processing.
• Proficiency with payroll software such as ADP, Workday, or SAP.
• Certified Payroll Professional or similar professional designation.
• Ability to speak additional languages.

Culture & Benefits

• Trusting, flexible workplace culture that encourages work-life harmony.
• Inclusive environment committed to diversity and disability inclusion.
• Opportunity to be part of a large-scale digital transformation strategy.
• Collaborative environment within Enabling Functions Hubs.