Payroll Specialist

Who We Are – Join Retailors and Shape the Future of Sport & Lifestyle Retail

At Retailors, we don’t just sell products—we create unparalleled experiences and push the boundaries of sport and lifestyle retail. As a leading Nike partner, we operate an expanding global network of premium stores, delivering best-in-class consumer experiences across multiple regions. Our goal is simple: to empower athletes and inspire consumers through innovative retail concepts and a relentless passion for sport. From our stores to our headquarters, we cultivate a high-energy, results-driven culture where leadership, teamwork, and excellence that defines our success.

As a Payroll Specialist, you will deliver a proactive, employee-focused, and professional payroll service. You will play a vital role in the Finance and HR teams by ensuring accurate and timely payroll administration across multiple regions. Your responsibilities will encompass tasks related to payroll processing, compensation administration, and compliance with local regulations. You will work closely with HR Business Partners, employees, payroll providers, and internal stakeholders to ensure the smooth and efficient operation of all payroll processes.

What you’ll do:

• Own end-to-end payroll cycles for Belgium and the Netherlands, ensuring accurate and timely processing.


• Collect, validate, and process payroll inputs including salaries, bonuses, allowances, overtime, and other variable components.


• Review payroll calculations, payslips, and outputs to ensure accuracy and compliance.


• Act as the main point of contact for payroll providers and handle offboarding or severance cases.


• Administer health insurance, long-term sickness, and other benefits in compliance with local legislation.


• Prepare payroll reports, support audits, and contribute to continuous process improvements.


• Respond to employee payroll queries and ensure timely distribution of payslips and payment documentation.


• Manage payroll systems (e.g., Deel, Mazars, ADP) and oversee integrations with other HR platforms.

What we’re looking for:

• 5–7 years of hands-on payroll experience, preferably in global or international payroll (retail experience is a plus).


• Proficiency in HRIS, payroll, and accounting software.


• Knowledge of Belgian and Netherlands payroll regulations is a plus.


• Excellent English communication skills; additional European languages are an advantage.


• Ability to work under pressure, independently, and maintain confidentiality.


• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.


• Understanding of labor legislation and payroll compliance.


• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; knowledge of Macros and Power BI is a plus.


• Flexible and adaptable to workload peaks.

What we offer:

• Dynamic work environment in a growing global retail company.


• Opportunity to shape payroll processes and contribute to the team’s success.


• International and collaborative work environment with room for professional growth.

Ready to help us set the standard for retail payroll excellence?