Payroll Operations Lead - Netherlands

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Remote is solving global remote organizations’ biggest challenge: employing anyone anywhere compliantly. We make it possible for businesses big and small to employ a global team by handling global payroll, benefits, taxes, and compliance. Check out remote.com/how-it-works to learn more or if you’re interested in adding to the mission, scroll down to apply now.

We encourage applicants from all ethnic groups, genders, sexualities, ages, abilities, and under-represented communities to apply. We prioritize a sense of belonging and have ERGs (Women, Disability, Queer, Minorities in Tech) that meet regularly with the People team. During your interviews and beyond, we ask & encourage anyone needing accommodations to request them from their recruiter.

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All positions are fully remote. You do not need to relocate to join us!

What this job offers

This is an exciting opportunity to join Remote as a Payroll Specialist Lead within our Global Payroll Operations Team .

What you bring

• End-to-end payroll processing experience, either in-house or with a payroll service provider
• Knowledge of payroll best practices
• Proficiency in software tools like Excel / Google Suite
• Analytical mindset with strong problem-solving skills
• Ability to adapt to a fast-paced, international environment
• Passion for improving and streamlining work processes
• Understanding of asynchronous work dynamics
• Fluent in English (spoken and written)
• Remote work experience is a plus, but not required
• Experience with AFAS payroll software is a plus, but not required

Key responsibilities

• Serve as a subject matter expert for payroll in the Netherlands

• Manage relationships with stakeholders in Payroll Implementation, Finance, Product, and Engineering
• Process full payroll cycles, statutory filings, exceptions, approvals, payments, and compliance
• Ensure data integrity and quality

Practical details

• Reporting to: Manager, Global Payroll Operations
• Team: Payroll
• Location: Anywhere in the World
• Start date: As soon as possible

Compensation Philosophy

Remote fosters internal mobility and guarantees pay equity. Compensation reviews are case-by-case. Our salary range for this role is $35,000 – $74,000 USD, based on factors like location, skills, experience, and market demands. Actual pay depends on these factors and may vary.

Application process

• Profile review (async)
• Interview with recruiter
• Interview with future manager
• Interview with team member
• Bar Raiser interview

Benefits

Benefits include:

• Work from anywhere
• Flexible paid time off and working hours
• 16 weeks paid parental leave
• Mental health support
• Stock options
• Learning budget
• Home office budget & IT equipment
• Budget for local social events or co-working spaces

Work-Life Balance

Our asynchronous work model allows flexible scheduling. You can plan your day around your life, not meetings. We encourage you to prioritize your well-being and family.

How to Apply

• Fill out the application form and upload your CV in PDF format
• Applications in English preferred; LinkedIn profile accepted if CV is unavailable

We also collect demographic data voluntarily to promote diversity and inclusion. We accept applications on an ongoing basis.

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