Specialist Payroll Officer

Our mission Human Resources (HR) is to help ABB stand out when it comes to our people - from leadership, performance and talent management to rewards and career opportunities. Within the HR organization, the HR Operational Service is responsible for the implementation and management of payroll and personnel policies at all levels of the company. We assist the business and support services in the management of several HR disciplines, such as Compensation & Benefits, Recruitment & Selection, Talent Development, as well as the Payroll and Personnel Administration and the Legal support related to it.

Learn more about the general tasks related to this opportunity below, as well as required skills.
You take pride in getting things right and in helping others navigate HR topics with confidence.
You work within ABB's global HR framework, applying standardized processes while ensuring everything aligns with Belgian legal and regulatory requirements. Manage end-to-end payroll processing for the Belux region, including onboarding, offboarding, and employee changes.
Maintain and validate payroll data, time & attendance records, holiday balances, and absences.
Prepare payroll payments, perform monthly checks, support reconciliations, and contribute to year-end and audit activities.
Ensure correct and timely completion of social and legal payroll documents.
Generate payroll reports and respond to questions from employees, managers, and stakeholders.
Support and monitor payroll-related financial reporting processes.
Contribute to and, where relevant, lead payroll improvement initiatives and cross-HR projects.
Manage the administration of group and hospitalization insurance, including monthly follow-up and annual reviews.
Handle administrative processes such as A1 certificates, Amex applications, and meal & eco vouchers.
Collaborate closely with external payroll providers, authorities, and vendors, while continuously improving processes and documentation.
You hold a Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Accountancy-Taxation, or a related field.
You bring several years of experience in payroll, ideally in an international environment.
You have a strong knowledge of and interest in Belgian social and tax legislation.
You are comfortable working with MS Office, especially Excel; experience with SAP HR, Workday, or payroll accounting systems is a plus.
You work accurately and use your analytical skills to solve problems and ensure quality.
You have a service-oriented mindset and enjoy working collaboratively in a team.
You are fluent in Dutch, French, and English, both written and spoken.
Whether you're solving problems, building something new, or helping others succeed, your impact is real. xlxgzvr You'll be part of a team that values your voice and celebrates your progress.
Comprehensive hospitalization, group, and pension insurance
~ Flexible work locations - at home, on site, or from our office in Diegem
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