About the job
At Quaker Houghton, we are experts in the development, production and application of industrial process fluids, lubricants and coatings for the manufacturing industry. We have been an integral part in the growth of the world’s largest industrial and manufacturing companies from aerospace and automotive to primary metal and energy. Today, we have a global presence, with our corporate headquarters located in Conshohocken, PA. Quaker Houghton is a global publicly traded company with a unique collaborative culture that supports career growth for its associates and offers competitive compensation and benefit programs.
As Senior Payroll Administrator and part of an international Global Finance Business Services team, you will be responsible for compiling payroll data, validating and processing of monthly salary input data for mainly our Dutch payroll and other EMEA assigned countries. You will support colleagues and leadership for an efficient process enabling our company value of doing great things together.
What will you do?
- Ensure accurate calculation and processing of salaries, overtime, bonuses, and deductions for employees mainly for the Netherlands. Other EMEA countries can also be assigned to this role.
- Responsible for the review and checks of the Payroll output data received from the international Payroll providers
- Communicate on timely basis monthly payroll related data with each of the external Payroll service providers
- Ensure payment to the employees, social security, wage tax, pension etc, in the specific countries are processed within the deadlines
- Partner closely with HR Specialists and HR Business Partners (HRBPs) to streamline payroll processes and continuously improve efficiency.
- Partner closely with the Financial Accounting team on the preparation of payroll journal entries and reconciliations.
- Ensure compliance with tax laws and legal regulations related to payroll administration.
- Address all payroll issues in a timely manner and maintain an open line of communication with Human Resources and Finance departments
- Responsible for year-end processes such as annual payroll tax and payment summary reconciliations
- Ability to recognize and deal appropriately with sensitive and confidential information
- Prepare periodic reports for review by management
- Stay up to date on payroll/ tax laws and employment regulations to ensure compliance
- Ensure SOX compliance for the payroll process and support audits on payroll procedures and records
- Respond to payroll-related inquires and resolving concerns
- Develop a culture of continuous improvement, automation, digitization, adherence, and proactively propose enhancement to Global Standards.
- Assist with payroll audits and provide necessary documentation
- Support process improvements to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and scalability of EMEA payroll operations
What are we looking for?
Experience: At least 3 years experience in a similar role managing Dutch Payroll. International payroll experience is not a must, we offer on the job training.
Technical skills: Accounting and payroll software user expertise. BKL certification is highly valued.
Language: Dutch & English language skills; written and spoken at high level.
Soft skills: Autonomous. Attention to Confidentiality. Acute attention to detail. Strong team player, passionate about delivering success. Excellent communication skills.
What's in it for you?
- Health insurance allowance, great pension plan, company canteen, language lessons, parking and other attractive benefits.
- Holiday days buy & sell program.
- Volunteering leave to dedicate to the cause of your choice.
- Access to QH University: continuous training platform for all levels.
- Work-life balance with a flexible schedule and hybrid possibilities.
- DEI initiatives such as Women in Manufacturing, Next Gen, PRIDE CRGs, etc.
- Impact Awards recognition program
- Other interesting Mental Health and Wellbeing resources.
Join the team and let's do great things together!
Are you a Quaker Houghton colleague ? Contact your TA Partner for more information about the role or how to apply.
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