International Payroll Manager (all genders)

THE ROLE & THE TEAM

We are currently looking for an International Payroll Manager to join our P&O team. You will be responsible for all global Payroll matters and execution of monthly payrolls. Working within a small but passionate People Team, you’ll have the scope and autonomy to implement initiatives across our entity countries with regard to improving Payroll processes and procedures. Also seen as a benefit of this role, you will have the opportunity to give focus to high touch topics such as equity, benefits and compensation, accounting and tax. In addition, Zalando’s People & Organisation department is looking to evolve our International Mobility function for which you would have a great opportunity to implement new processes and generally be an owner and a driver of the Global Mobility Payroll. You will have a unique opportunity to advise on and facilitate various types of working arrangements in the mobility world - such as international and cross-border setups, and provide support to the business unit stakeholders and new hires.

INCLUSIVE BY DESIGN

At Zalando, our vision is to be inclusive by design. And this vision starts with our hiring - we do not discriminate on the basis of gender identity, sexual orientation, personal expression, ethnicity, religious belief, or disability status. You are welcome to leave out your picture, age, or marital status from your application. We only assess candidates on their qualifications and merit.

We want to provide you with a great candidate experience. Feel free to inform us of any accommodations you may need, so we can best support you throughout the hiring process.

do.BETTER - our diversity & inclusion strategy: https://corporate.zalando.com/en/our-impact/dobetter-our-diversity-and-inclusion-strategy

Our employee resource groups: https://corporate.zalando.com/en/our-impact/our-employee-resource-groups

WHAT WE’D LOVE YOU TO DO (AND LOVE DOING)

• You ensure a great payroll experience for all our employees by preparing the monthly payroll for our international entities, and by providing data to our vendors and stakeholders.
• You ensure accurate and timely delivery of payroll, accounting reporting, including resolving questions, queries and reconciling discrepancies.
• You manage our payroll vendors and banking tools to process the payments. This includes working with third-party vendors (ADP, Deloitte, PwC, etc) to ensure efficient operations and better solutions. .
• You will be an advisor for our mobility team in reviewing existing policies and advise on creating better processes for our executive cross border commuters
• You are the reliable contact person for cross functional teams, mainly HR, Finance, Accounting, Tax
• You will assist in statutory external audits annually as needed
• You take part in interesting projects and initiatives with our payroll team and our People teams

WE’D LOVE TO MEET YOU IF

• You have 3-5 years of practical payroll experience, a solid knowledge of International Payroll (cross border payroll, shadow payroll, etc.) is greatly preferred
• You have experience with the ’classical’ payroll setup of using 3rd party providers.
• You are familiar with tools, portals of a wide variety (ADP Streamline, SAP, Workday, fileclouds, Excel, and the like)
• You have an ability to grasp complex issues, apply logical thinking and to resolve operational issues, while working proactively, independently, and with a sense of ownership.
• You are happy with quick changes in general, while maintaining standards.
• You have excellent proficiency in English.

If you think you have what it takes, we encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every single requirement. You may just be the right candidate for this or other roles!

OUR OFFER

Zalando provides a range of benefits, here’s an overview of what you can expect. Ask your Talent Acquisition Partner to learn more about what we offer.

• Employee shares program
• 40% off fashion and beauty products sold and shipped by Zalando, 30% off Zalando Lounge, discounts from external partners
• 2 paid volunteering days a year
• Hybrid working model with 60% (or more) remote per week, actual practice is up to each team to best support their collaboration
• Work from abroad for up to 30 working days a year
• 27 days of vacation a year to start
• Relocation assistance available (subject to prior agreement)
• Family services, including counseling and support
• Health and wellbeing options (including Gympass)
• Mental health support and coaching available
• Drive your development through our training platform and biannual peer-to-peer review

Learn all about Zalando and our values here: https://jobs.zalando.com/en/?gh_src=22377bdd1us

Please note that all applications must be completed using the online form - we do not accept applications via email.