Multilingual Payroll Specialist ( based in Barcelona) Lisboa

Multilingual Payroll Specialist ( based in Barcelona)
Lisboa
Lisboa, Lisboa, Portugal

About the Role

Our client is seeking an experienced Payroll Specialist to join a dynamic team and serve as the key point of contact for payroll operations across multiple entities. This position is based in Barcelona with a hybrid work model: 3 days
- office and 2 days remote

Key Responsibilities

Manage comprehensive
-
- end payroll processing for multiple countries, primarily focused on Spain and Portugal

Ensure accurate, timely payroll processing while maintaining compliance with federal, state/canton, local, and regulatory requirements

Serve as the primary contact for complex payroll inquiries from employees and internal stakeholders.

Interpret and apply policies for leaves, disability, allowances,
- time payments, and garnishments

Collaborate with external payroll vendors to ensure correct data application and settlement.

Review and validate payroll calculations, including gross pay, bonuses, commissions, pension contributions, absences, and statutory leave

Partner with People Systems teams to streamline HR-to-payroll integration processes

Support payroll process improvements and operational efficiencies

What We're Looking For

Proven experience in
-
- end payroll processing

Strong knowledge of taxation, audit, and compliance requirements across different jurisdictions

Excellent payroll management skills with strong stakeholder management capabilities

Proficiency in business process analysis and payroll process management

Outstanding interpersonal skills for
- functional collaboration with HR, finance, tax, and external vendors

Fluency in English and Portuguese (spoken and written); additional European language skills are advantageous

Detail-oriented approach with confidence handling complex payroll queries and regulations

What We Offer

Competitive salary:

Comprehensive benefits package

Dynamic, collaborative work environment

Cross-functional partnership opportunities

Professional development and growth opportunities

Ready to take your payroll expertise to the next level? Apply now!