Senior Payroll Specialist

Warsaw - Poland

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Senior Payroll Specialist

Location: Ostroleka Lodz Tychy or Warsaw (hybrid work model)
Reporting to: Manager People Core Services Poland

Do good for people and the planet

At Stora Enso we believe that everything made from fossil-based materials today can be made from a tree tomorrow. Our purpose is to accelerate the transition to a circular bioeconomy. Join us and contribute to building a Nature Positive future.

We are currently seeking a skilled Senior Payroll Specialist to take ownership of the end-to-end payroll process and support the organization with workforce cost analysis and budgeting. This role combines operational payroll expertise with strong analytical and financial capabilities to ensure accuracy compliance and efficiency across all payroll and compensation-related activities. Experience in coordinating tasks or supporting team workflows is considered an asset as this position offers potential for future development toward a supervisory role within the People Core Services team.

Main Responsibilities:

Manage cooperation with the external payroll provider ensuring the payroll process is efficient compliant accurate and delivered on time in line with internal standards and legal requirements
Ensure that payroll operations comply with labor law tax and social insurance regulations
Liaise with external institutions (Social Security Office Tax Office PFR Statistical Office PPK)
Collaborate with the Finance and Controlling departments on personnel cost budgeting forecasting and reporting
Monitor verify and analyze employee bonuses rewards and incentive programs
Provide reports and insights on salary levels payroll trends and workforce cost metrics across the organization
Support compensation analysis and contribute to the development of salary and benefits policies
Lead or participate in process improvement and change management initiatives within People Core Services ensuring continuous efficiency and compliance
Assist in coordinating daily People Core Services workflows promoting effective communication and task execution within the team
Provide expertise and mentoring to junior team members

Key Competencies:

Strong knowledge of labor law taxation and social security regulations
Hands-on experience with HR and payroll systems (e.g. SAP Teta Workday other)
Advanced analytical and data management skills (Excel pivot tables reporting tools)
Ability to collaborate effectively with Finance and Controlling teams
High attention to detail confidentiality and accountability
Excellent communication and problem-solving skills
Fluency in English and Polish (spoken and written)

Requirements:

Masters degree in Business Administration Finance HR or a related field
Minimum of 5 years of experience in payroll or HR operations preferably within an international environment
Proven experience in payroll processes in accordance with Polish regulations
Strong understanding of Polish labor law tax and social insurance systems
Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities
Experience in budgeting and cost analysis related to workforce planning
Previous experience in team coordination or people management is an asset

What we offer:

Engaging and meaningful work in a reputable international company
Stable employment based on a full-time employment contract
Opportunities for continuous learning and professional development

How to apply:

Submit your application via our recruitment platform. We review applications on an ongoing basis so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.

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Senior Payroll SpecialistLocation: Ostroleka Lodz Tychy or Warsaw (hybrid work model)Reporting to: Manager People Core Services PolandDo good for people and the planetAt Stora Enso we believe that everything made from fossil-based materials today can be made from a tree tomorrow. Our purpose is to a...