The Role
Supports end-to-end Swiss payroll operations, including payroll validation, payment processing, month-end accruals, forecasting, reconciliations, statutory declarations, audit support, invoice processing, and employee payroll inquiries. Coordinates with external payroll providers, HR, Finance, and social insurance organizations to ensure accurate and compliant payments.
Summary Generated by Built In
Join our HR team for a meaningful temporary assignment! We're looking for a detail-oriented Payroll Specialist who is eager to learn, positive, and genuinely hands-on to support our end-to-end payroll operations for a multinational, matrix organization. Working alongside experienced HR & Finance teams, you'll develop hands-on expertise in Swiss payroll compliance while ensuring our employees are paid accurately and on time.
Job Description:
What You'll Do
- Manage core payroll execution with our external provider and internal People Services team, including validation of data changes and final payment processing
- Support payroll month-end activities including accruals, forecasting, and presentation to leadership for approval
- Coordinate with Finance teams on cost allocation, reconciliation of taxes and social contributions (AVS, pension), and budget reporting
- Handle statutory declarations and support audit activities with Swiss authorities (FER CIAM, canton-level requirements)
- Process HR-related invoices and follow up with social insurance providers
- Support escalated questions on salary calculations and administrative payroll matters with internal stakeholders
What We're Looking For
- 2+ years of payroll experience
- Sound knowledge of Swiss payroll regulations (AHV, social insurances, pension, canton requirements)
- Familiarity with payroll systems (Dynamics 365 a plus), HRIS (WorkDay a plus) and Excel for data analysis
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Full fluency in English (German and/or French is a plus)
Why This Role?
- Build expertise in international payroll operations within a supportive environment
- Work with an experienced HR team who will support your success
- Gain exposure to multinational payroll, Finance coordination, and audit processes
- Flexible temporary assignment with clear scope and defined responsibilities
Location:
Zürich - Giessereistrasse 18Brand:
DentsuTime Type:
Full timeContract Type:
Fixed Term Contract (Fixed Term)Skills Required
- 2+ years of payroll experience
- Knowledge of Swiss payroll regulations, including AHV, social insurance, pensions, and canton requirements
- Familiarity with payroll systems
- Proficiency with Excel for data analysis
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Full fluency in English
- Experience with Dynamics 365
- Experience with Workday HRIS
- German and/or French language skills
dentsu Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Parental & Family Support — Paid parental leave at full pay and caregiver supports (including backup care) are emphasized as standout elements. Feedback suggests family-oriented benefits are a strong part of the package.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Flexible or unlimited PTO, extensive paid holidays, and a year-end office closure are established components. Feedback suggests time-off policies are generous and add meaningful flexibility.
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Retirement Support — A large, established 401(k) plan with employer matching is clearly documented. Feedback suggests retirement benefits feel competitive and straightforward.
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The Company
What We Do
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