Payroll Accountant

Preparation and monthly transmission of all payroll-relevant data to the payroll service provider (external) Review of payroll accounting carried out by the external service provider (all salary components, social security and payroll tax) Cooperation in all payroll-related matters with internal and external contacts Provision of information to authorized public bodies (tax office, health insurance companies, employment office, pension insurance institutions, social security institutions and other authorities) Implementation of changes in wage tax and social security regulations Ensuring correct reports to the employers' liability insurance association and for the severely disabled person's levy General ledger account reconciliation of payroll accounts in SAP Registration and certification as well as the maintenance of master data with the external providers and institutions. Correspondence with health insurance companies, tax offices and any other authorities for payroll related matters. Participation in payroll projects and initiatives in an international environment Support with audits (tax office, pension insurance, employers' liability insurance association) Provision of salary-relevant data for external statistical reporting Administration of time & absence in the time tracking tool Workday. This includes the review and processing of the data for accuracy and completeness and the correct implementation of the shop agreements, as well as the provision of the relevant overtime balances and premiums for payroll accounting and support of employees with questions regarding time recording. Supports ad hoc projects, integrations and tasks. Self-starter and autonomous (Learning on the Fly; taking ownership) Able to work effectively in a cross functional environment Team player with a ‘can do' mentality Strong computer skills and experience with MS Office (primarily Excel) and SAP Strong written and verbal communication skills Native Finnish language skills, proficient knowledge of business English Completed a Finance/Accounting degree at minimum of a Bachelor level or an apprenticeship as a payroll accountant In-depth knowledge of Finnish payroll tax and social security law Minimum of 5 years of working experience in a similar role