Payroll Country Owner (Denmark)

Job summary

This role is for a payroll expert responsible for ensuring compliance and efficiency of payroll solutions in a specific country. The Payroll Country Owner will act as a key subject matter expert, collaborating with product development and compliance teams to enhance payroll processes and drive operational excellence.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in Payroll or HR Outsourcing.
• In-depth knowledge of payroll processes, regulations, and compliance requirements in the assigned country.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office tools, especially Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills to convey complex information clearly.
• Detail-oriented with a focus on continuous improvement.
• High accountability and service orientation.
• Self-motivated and adaptable to a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively across teams.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary payroll expert for the assigned country, ensuring compliance with local legislation and tax laws.
• Monitor regulatory changes and collaborate with compliance teams and industry associations.
• Partner with product development to influence the product roadmap and ensure country-specific functionality.
• Maintain updated country workbooks with legislative requirements and compliance changes.
• Analyze payroll procedures and recommend improvements to enhance efficiency.
• Lead initiatives to improve [company] Pay methodology and standards.
• Provide expertise during client deployments to ensure smooth transitions.
• Manage client customization requests while balancing innovation and compliance.
• Support pre-sales activities by demonstrating [company] Pay capabilities to potential clients.
• Collaborate with peers in the Country Champion network to share knowledge globally.

Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work in a multidisciplinary team environment.

Education

• Relevant degree or equivalent experience in Payroll, HR, or related fields.

Tools

• Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).