Location: Brussels Belgium
Department: Human Resources
Reports To: Head of HR Benelux
Job Summary
Pernod Ricard Benelux is seeking a detailoriented and experienced Payroll Specialist Benelux to join our HR team in this role you will be responsible for the accurate and timely payroll processing for 100 employees in Belgium and the Netherlands in close collaboration with our external payroll partners.
You will also manage the Benelux car fleet support employees with a wide range of HR and payrollrelated questions and take ownership of more complex administrative cases such as expat and international mobility files.
A strong affinity for data accuracy and analytical work is essential as this role involves interpreting payroll data ensuring data quality and contributing to continuous process improvement.
Key Responsibilities
Payroll Processing (Belgium & Netherlands)
Manage the full monthly payroll cycle for Belgium and the Netherlands in collaboration with SD Worx and other external partners.
Ensure full compliance with Belgian and Dutch payroll legislation social security rules and fiscal requirements.
Respond to employee and manager inquiries regarding payroll benefits taxation absences and time registration.
Maintain and update payroll and employee records ensuring confidentiality and accuracy.
Conduct payroll controls investigate anomalies and coordinate corrections with Finance and payroll providers.
Car Fleet Management
Oversee daily management of the Benelux company car fleet including new orders deliveries renewals returns damages and supplier followup.
Act as the primary contact for leasing companies and ensure alignment with the car policy.
Monitor costs and usage prepare fleet reports and propose improvements to enhance efficiency.
Complex HR Administration & Special Cases
Coordinate expat and international mobility cases including contracts allowances taxation and administrative followup in collaboration with EY and other partners.
Support the administration of employee benefits insurance attestations and HRrelated documentation.
Handle nonstandard or complex employee cases in close collaboration with HR Business Partners.
Employee Support & HR Operations
Act as a trusted point of contact for employees regarding payroll benefits policies and HR processes.
Ensure highquality HR service delivery by improving and streamlining administrative procedures.
Contribute to updates of internal guidelines procedures and employee communication.
Data Reporting & Process Improvement
Prepare and analyse payroll and HR reports dashboards and KPIs.
Ensure data consistency and accuracy in HR systems.
Identify trends discrepancies and opportunities to improve HR and payroll processes
Support audits and provide data for internal or external reporting as required.
Qualifications
Bachelors degree in human resources Payroll Accounting Business Administration or equivalent work experience.
Minimum of 5 years of experience in payroll administration for Belgium; Dutch payroll experience is a strong asset.
Strong understanding of Belgian payroll legislation; willingness to build knowledge of Dutch regulations if not yet mastered (training foreseen).
High affinity with data and strong analytical skills.
Proficiency with payroll systems HRIS tools and Microsoft Office.
Fluent in Dutch and English; French is an advantage.
Strong attention to detail accuracy and confidentiality.
Excellent communication skills and a customeroriented approach.
Ability to prioritize work independently and handle multiple deadlines.
Working Conditions
Fulltime position based in Brussels.
Occasional travel within the Benelux region.
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