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Payroll Specialist

Amsterdam, Netherlands

We are offering an exciting opportunity for a skilled Payroll Specialist to join our EMEA Payroll and Billing Team.

Reporting into the Payroll & Billing Manager, the Payroll Specialist will be primarily responsible for the day-to-day operations of the payrolls in their assigned countries.

The key objective of this role is to ensure compliance and customer satisfaction. You will be a team player who naturally goes above and beyond to deliver the best possible outcomes and service. You will have a keen eye for detail, analytical skills and the ability to work at pace without compromising on accuracy.

As a Payroll Specialist, you will take on a crucial role in processing and managing all aspects of the daily operations. This position offers an excellent opportunity to utilise your advanced skills in payroll administration and to grow your skills in Business Services.

This is a hybrid role, requiring on-site presence at our Amsterdam office twice a week.

What you’ll get to do:

  • Ensure accurate and timely processing of payroll and billing for all employees.
  • Oversee calculation and verification of wages, overtime, bonuses, and deductions, ensuring compliance with local laws and regulations.
  • Maintain payroll systems, ensuring data quality and accuracy.
  • Serve as the primary contact for resolving complex payroll inquiries and escalated issues from both clients and employees
  • Research and advise on country-specific employment legislation and worker benefits.
  • Conduct regular payroll and billing audits to identify discrepancies and implement corrective
  • actions.
  • Develop and maintain policies, provide team training, and support compliance with accounting principles and legislation updates.

Skills and experience we value:

Essential skills and experience:

  • Minimum of 5 years’ experience in Dutch payroll administration.
  • Ability to work at a senior level and confidently engage with people at all levels of the business.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills in both Dutch and English.
  • Forward-thinking and proactive approach to work management.
  • Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to take ownership and deliver the best outcomes for all parties.

 

Desirable skills and experience:

  • Certification in Payroll Administration (e.g., Certified Payroll Professional).Experience in staffing industry and familiar with hourly payroll VMS.
Benefits and location:

Here at People2.0, we want everyone to feel valued and have a sense of belonging. That is why we offer a wide range of benefits plus an internal commitment to all colleagues around communication, engagement, and professional development. The benefits for this role include:

  • 25 days annual leave, plus bank holidays
  • 2 Press Pause Days (An opportunity to step back, breathe, and focus on your wellness — whatever that may look like)
  • Company Pension
  • Dynamic international work environment – collaborate with global teams and gain cross-cultural experience
  • Plenty of growth opportunities – advance your career with clear development paths
  • Access to top-tier courses and training – learn new skills and sharpen existing ones
  • Flexible hybrid working – enjoy the balance of remote freedom and in-ofice connetion.

How to apply:

To apply, please send your CV to vicky.lloyd@people20.com.

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About People 2.0​

People2.0 is the world’s leading enabler of flexible, mobile, on-demand, and remote work arrangements, including portable support solutions for independent contractors. The company’s global network of in-country, company-owned and operated establishments enable talent suppliers to hire any worker anywhere in any arrangement. Whether hiring locally or globally, People2.0’s employer of record (EOR) and agent of record (AOR) services keep contingent workers in compliance with local and international regulations. To learn more, visit People20.com.

People2.0 is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all associates and applicants without regard to race, color, national origin or ancestry, citizenship status, religion, sex (including pregnancy, lactation, childbirth or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, age, veteran status, uniformed servicemember status, gender identity, genetic information (including testing and characteristics) and any other characteristic prohibited by federal, state or local law. Our commitment to equal opportunity employment applies to all persons involved in our operations and prohibits unlawful discrimination by any employee, including supervisors and co -workers.

In furtherance of this commitment, the Company is committed to providing a work environment that is free of prohibited harassment. As a result, the Company strictly prohibits sexual harassment and harassment against applicant and employees based on any legally recognized status, as defined above, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local laws.