Who We Are:
Since 1906, New Balance has empowered people through sport and craftsmanship to create positive change in communities around the world. We innovate fearlessly, guided by our core values and driven by the belief that conventions were meant to be challenged. We foster a culture in which every associate feels welcomed and respected, where leaders and creatives are inspired to shape the world of tomorrow by taking bold action today.
JOB MISSION:
In this role you will be responsible for assisting and providing an effective and efficient EMEA payroll operation. Reporting to the Payroll Manager, you as the EMEA Payroll Specialist will be working with outsourced providers/bureaus to ensure compliance with country specific legislation.
This is a 12 month fixed-term contract.
MAJOR ACCOUNTABILITIES:
Payroll processing
Responsible for the processing of 4 EMEA outsourced monthly payrolls across 4 countries; Ireland, Netherlands, Germany, Austria (~472, associates)
Ensure all payrolls are processed accurately and on time, in line with bureau deadlines.
Liasing with bureaus and HR to ensure payrolls are processed in accordance with up-to-date payroll legislation & collective bargaining agreements.
Payroll administration and answering queries, manage month end tasks with regards to leaver documentation & payslips across the relevant countries.
Calculation and processing manual payroll calculations and adhoc payments.
Ensure payslip compliance with bureau assistance.
Processing overtime, pay increases, bonus, calculation of backpay and all other payroll related addition/deductions.
Ensuring all ‘leave types’ are processed in accordance with legislation. E.g. holiday pay, parental leave etc.
Manage workload peaks to ensure payroll cutoffs are effectively covered.
Year- end & Start of Year processes – across all relevant countries.
Ensuring timely and accurate payment of taxes and pensions.
Assist with audit queries.
Support EU Government legislative returns.
Document and update processes.
Ensuring payroll checklists are maintained and completed in full each month.
Understanding requirements for GDPR and maintaining records.
Assisting with projects.
Cross checking other payrolls to provide ‘four eyes approach’.
Working closely with colleagues to maintain a smooth payroll operation & providing cover for other team members when required.
Benefits
Working with EMEA colleagues to process benefits across the European region; processing via the bureau, accurate and in line with up-to-date payroll legislation & collective bargaining agreements.
Accurate tracking any membership data and submissions, where applicable.
Company car, payroll related deduction processing.
Third party payment administration
Ensuring relevant EU payroll taxes are paid on time.
Processing & tracking pensions & related payments, for the relevant EU countries.
Maintaining EU bureau invoicing tracker.
Management Information/Reporting
Maintain records per payroll in line with specific country requirements.
Month end administration tasks and reporting.
Relationships/Communication
Manage relationships with all bureaus and ensure we receive effective support and customer service in line with service agreements.
Deliver excellent customer service to all associates in relation to any pay queries.
Build strong, effective working relationships with Finance and HR and wider business.
Communicating affectively with the business with regards to payroll deadlines, to ensure everyone understands what is expected.
Financials
Providing payroll journals to Finance and helping with queries.
Understanding payroll accounting, and oncosts to prepare financial reporting for stakeholders.
Above all else, maintain confidentiality, at all times.
REQUIREMENTS FOR SUCCESS:
Relevant number of years of experience in a similar Payroll role.
EMEA payroll experience required.
Experience of dealing with payroll bureau’s essential.
CIPP part qualified is desirable.
High accuracy and attention to detail.
Ability to work to tight deadlines in a busy environment.
Flexible to changes in a progressive business.
Task driven and team player essential.
Good communicator (written and verbal).
Quick learner.
Excellent time organization.
Excellent Excel skills (pivot tables, v-lookups) and Word required.
BENEFITS:
Discretionary Bonus Opportunity
Private Medical Insurance
Dental Scheme
Pension Scheme
Flexible Working Hours (07:00 – 10:00 start, 15:00 -18:00 finish)
Hybrid working (3 days on-site)
25 days Annual Leave per year
Life Insurance
On Site Gym
Employee Discount
Opportunity to work abroad for four weeks per year
Wellbeing and Mental Health Benefit (24/7 Employment Assistance Program & Support).
Equal Opportunity Employer:
New Balance is committed to equality of opportunity for all current and prospective associates regardless of age, disability, race, religion or belief, gender, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, marriage and civil partnership and gender reassignment. We are an equal opportunity employer and support a culture of diversity and inclusion.
If you have not already done so, please let us know if you require any support so we can make the right adjustments and considerations should they be required.
New Balance Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Healthcare Strength — Benefits coverage is described as comprehensive, including medical, dental, and vision options alongside wellness resources like health coaching. Fitness reimbursement is also cited as part of the overall health and wellness offering.
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Retirement Support — Retirement support is positioned as strong, with a 401(k) plan and a company match described as dollar-for-dollar up to a stated contribution level in some locations. Life insurance and disability benefits are also included as part of the broader financial protection package.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time-off offerings are characterized as generous, with paid holidays, vacation time, and paid sick leave highlighted. Flexible schedules and telecommuting options are also described as supporting work-life balance.
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What We Do
In 1906, New Balance began as a humble one-man operation founded on the belief that “we were born to move,” and has since grown into an international corporation, selling footwear and apparel in over 120 countries and employing over 8,000 associates worldwide. Our mission has always been to support the performance of athletes, and with an unparalleled focus on quality and craftsmanship, we’ve come to set the standard for comfort and fit in an industry all too often driven by hype. We’re incredibly proud of our history and how far we’ve come, but companies don’t thrive for over a century by being content. Whether it’s setting a new style trend, retooling our manufacturing process, or building a new state-of-the-art headquarters, we pursue innovation with a spirit of fearless independence. As the only privately held major footwear company in the world, we’re free to do things our way, pushing limits and testing boundaries as we continually reimagine what could be. After all, the status quo isn’t static. But doing things our way wouldn’t mean much if we weren’t also doing them the right way. We invest in our associates as they invest in us, and as we move forward, we make a point of giving back, supporting communities around us through ambitious philanthropic efforts and involvement programs. We are a company that cares, and our culture is one of integrity and teamwork where together we become greater than the sum of our parts.
