Payroll SME Consultant

Title: Payroll SME Consultant
Day Rate: Negotiable
Location: Remote
Start Date: Within 2 weeks
Duration: 8 months

We are seeking experienced Payroll Subject Matter Experts for 7 remote positions across the following countries:

Germany | Romania | Brazil | Netherlands | China | Philippines | Israel

Join a dynamic Global Payroll Hub team as a country-specific Subject Matter Expert, delivering specialised payroll expertise while supporting international implementation initiatives. This position combines hands-on payroll processing with strategic implementation support, working collaboratively across diverse markets to ensure seamless payroll operations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Serve as the definitive in-country payroll authority, providing specialised knowledge of local compliance requirements and unique payroll solution needs.
• Analyse and evaluate payroll vendor documentation, implementing industry best practices across all processes.
• Develop comprehensive testing protocols and actively participate in payroll system validation activities.
• Lead parallel testing initiatives, identifying optimal testing periods and ensuring data accuracy throughout validation processes.
• Support comprehensive payroll documentation reviews to facilitate seamless live processing transitions.
• Manage cutover activities, including data conversion validation and go-live preparation procedures.
• Conduct thorough input validation for benefits, time & attendance data, and integrated system support.

Essential Requirements:

• Minimum 5 years of hands-on payroll experience within your specific country
• Native or business-fluent language skills in the local country language
• Deep understanding of country-specific payroll regulations, tax requirements, and compliance frameworks
• Proven experience with payroll system implementations and testing methodologies
• Proficiency with payroll platforms and integration systems
• Experience with data validation and quality assurance processes
• Strong analytical skills for complex payroll calculations and reconciliations
• Familiarity with cross-border payroll operations (preferred)

We are hiring for all 7 country positions simultaneously. Please specify which country you are applying for when submitting your application. Due to the urgent nature of these roles, we will be conducting interviews immediately and expect to make offers within one week of application.

To Apply: Submit your CV highlighting your country-specific payroll experience and language capabilities, along with your availability to start within the 2-week timeframe.


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