Payroll Specialist

Join our HR team for a meaningful temporary assignment! Were looking for a detail-oriented Payroll Specialist who is eager to learn positive and genuinely hands-on to support our end-to-end payroll operations for a multinational matrix organization. Working alongside experienced HR & Finance teams youll develop hands-on expertise in Swiss payroll compliance while ensuring our employees are paid accurately and on time.

Job Description:

What Youll Do

• Manage core payroll execution with our external provider and internal People Services team including validation of data changes and final payment processing
• Support payroll month-end activities including accruals forecasting and presentation to leadership for approval
• Coordinate with Finance teams on cost allocation reconciliation of taxes and social contributions (AVS pension) and budget reporting
• Handle statutory declarations and support audit activities with Swiss authorities (FER CIAM canton-level requirements)
• Process HR-related invoices and follow up with social insurance providers
• Support escalated questions on salary calculations and administrative payroll matters with internal stakeholders

What Were Looking For

• 2 years of payroll experience
• Sound knowledge of Swiss payroll regulations (AHV social insurances pension canton requirements)
• Familiarity with payroll systems (Dynamics 365 a plus) HRIS (WorkDay a plus) and Excel for data analysis
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Full fluency in English (German and/or French is a plus)

Why This Role

• Build expertise in international payroll operations within a supportive environment
• Work with an experienced HR team who will support your success
• Gain exposure to multinational payroll Finance coordination and audit processes
• Flexible temporary assignment with clear scope and defined responsibilities

Location:

Zürich - Giessereistrasse 18

Brand:

Dentsu

Time Type:

Part time

Contract Type:

Fixed Term Contract (Fixed Term)