Payroll Manager

KLA is a global leader in diversified electronics for the semiconductor manufacturing ecosystem. Virtually every electronic device in the world is produced using our technologies. No laptop, smartphone, wearable device, voice-controlled gadget, flexible screen, VR device or smart car would have made it into your hands without us. KLA invents systems and solutions for the manufacturing of wafers and reticles, integrated circuits, packaging, printed circuit boards and flat panel displays. The innovative ideas and devices that are advancing humanity all begin with inspiration, research and development. KLA focuses more than average on innovation and we invest 15% of sales back into R&D. Our expert teams of physicists, engineers, data scientists and problem-solvers work together with the world’s leading technology providers to accelerate the delivery of tomorrow’s electronic devices. Life here is exciting and our teams thrive on tackling really hard problems. There is never a dull moment with us.

KLA is well known for its high-performing business model which routinely produces significant profit margins and revenue. Key to supporting KLA business is the finance team that partners with corporate and global business organizations to provide expertise and guidance for developing and executing sound business models and practices. The Finance organization consists of operations and corporate finance teams. The operations finance team influences business decisions by gathering the best available operations information, distilling it and making recommendations to our management team on the best course of action. The corporate team provides a broad range of services, such as financial planning, corporate accounting, tax, industry analysis and benchmarking, internal audits, SEC reporting and merger and acquisition support.

Job Description/Preferred Qualifications

Description

• Oversee and ensure accurate and timely payroll processing for all employees in multiple European Countries
• Ensure compliance with all external governmental regulations and internal policies in improving strong internal controls
• Leading a team of 3 employees and work closely with external payroll provider
• Collaboration with internal payroll relevant departments and stakeholders
• Streamline processes while allowing flexibility for specific local mandatory requirements and drive consistent process improvement
• Ensure compliance of Payroll Accounting by US and local Gaap
• Pension plan and company cars Management
• Stay updated on changes in regional payroll laws and regulations.
• Support stat. FY close for payroll relevant information

Qualification

• Ability to organize and prioritize responsibilities effectively in order to meet deadlines incl. high commitment to keep deadlines
• Excellent team leading and teamwork capability with ability to work with cross-functional teams
• Open and effective communication and presentation skills 
• Strength to improve processes and tasks
• Ability to handle multiple things in parallel
• Fluent German and English in speaking and writing
• Proactive, Flexible and highly motivated
• SAP and Strong MS Office skills especially Excel and PowerPoint

Minimum Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years’ finance/payroll working experience in an international company, ideally in the semiconductor industry
• Minimum 3 years existing managerial experience of payroll teams
• University degree, ideally master’s degree in Finance/ Payroll/ Tax / Auditing or another relevant field
• Fulltime required

We offer a competitive, family friendly total rewards package. We design our programs to reflect our commitment to an inclusive environment, while ensuring we provide benefits that meet the diverse needs of our employees.

KLA is proud to be an equal opportunity employer

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