Payroll Manager

For one of our clients, a prestigious international group active in the beauty sector, we are looking for an autonomous, detail-oriented and enthusiastic Payroll Manager to oversee payroll operations for the Belgian and Dutch entities. You will work in close collaboration with the Finance Director based in Belgium and the Sales Manager in the Netherlands. With your solid knowledge of Belgian and Dutch payroll regulations, you play a key role in ensuring accurate, efficient, and forward-looking payroll operations across both countries. The function is rather operational, with growth opportunities to a more strategic role in the long term.

Your Responsibilities as Payroll Manager:

• Manage the entire payroll process for Belgium and the Netherlands (data entry, checks, declarations, closing).
• Use SAP and SD Worx payroll software to process payroll data and generate reports.
• Oversee employee benefits administration (meal vouchers, hospitalization insurance, medical files – Medexel, ARBO, etc.).
• Handle HR administration: employee records, absence & leave management, and compliance with labor regulations.
• Contribute to cross-functional HR projects in coordination with group-level HR.
• Act as a trusted point of contact for employees in both Belgium and the Netherlands.
• Ensure appropriate strategies and resources are in place to support the full employee lifecycle, from attraction to offboarding.
• Further develop the employer branding strategy to enhance talent retention and implement initiatives to boost employee engagement.

• Provide strategic HR advice to the Management Team and employees regarding employee relations, benefits, policies, best practices, etc.
• Ensure improvements to processes to better support business operations
• Maintain and continuously improve process documentation
• Prepare for and support internal and external payroll audits

Profile of the Payroll Manager:

• Proven experience in payroll (BE & NL) and general HR operations.
• Solid command of SD Worx payroll tools.
• Fluent in French, Dutch, and English (essential given the cross-border context).
• Strong knowledge of labor law in Belgium and the Netherlands.
• Strong skills in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, etc.).
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Excellent communication skills and ease working with international teams.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

What We Offer:

• A key and versatile role within a human-sized structure that is part of a renowned international group.
• A dynamic and inclusive work environment, with opportunities for professional growth.
• Real evolution potential within the HR function.

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