Senior Payroll Expert

Parkwind develops, finances, and operates offshore wind farms. Since 2023 Parkwind has been wholly owned by JERA, the Japanese energy group that is one of the world’s largest electricity producers. It is now part of JERA Nex, JERA’s renewable energy subsidiary.
With more than a decade of experience and 1028MW under operational management worldwide, Parkwind is currently expanding internationally. Our team of 160 professionals works from Belgium (Leuven & Ostend), Germany, Ireland, Norway, Greece, Australia, and New Zealand, and is committed to making green energy available and affordable for everyone.

Parkwind as an employer
At Parkwind, we want to create a better world for future generations by making offshore wind energy available to all. We are ambitious and set the bar high for ourselves with enthusiasm, not only today but also tomorrow. This is not a short-term job but requires a long-term commitment and vision for the future.
And we realize that changing the future starts with ourselves. Parkwind's real magic lies in people.  We do business with people, for people. And that is why we find it essential to work together in an open and safe environment, where everyone feels welcome and can contribute optimally.

We are seeking an experienced Senior Payroll Expert to lead and optimize our payroll processes across multiple countries. In this role, you will manage the monthly payroll, support inbound and outbound expats, and provide advisory on process improvements and working methods. As part of a collaborative HR team, you will also act as a backup for other HR roles when needed, contributing to a supportive and flexible work environment.

Key Responsibilities:

·        Manage and process monthly payroll cycles for multiple countries, ensuring accuracy and timely payments from A-Z.

·        Oversee end-to-end payroll operations, including data collection, validation, and reconciliation.

·        Ensure payroll compliance with local, tax, and social security regulations.

·        Handle inbound and outbound expat payroll, ensuring accurate tax, social security, and compliance management.

·        Collaborate with internal teams and external providers on global mobility and tax.

·        Act as a senior advisor on payroll processes, compliance strategies, and legislative updates.

·        Identify and implement process improvements to increase efficiency and accuracy.

·        Stay current with relevant local and international labour law.

·        Act as a backup for other HR team roles during absences or peak workload periods.

·        Provide cross-functional HR support as needed, demonstrating flexibility and team spirit.

·        Contribute actively to HR projects, system implementations, and process development.

Required Skills & Experience:

·        Proven experience managing payroll across multiple countries.

·        Strong understanding of local payroll legislation, social legislation, tax laws, and compliance frameworks.

·        Demonstrated ability to analyse and interpret diverse international legislations.

·        Expertise in expat payroll, including cross-border taxation and social security.

·        A critical eye for detail and a proactive approach to process improvement.

·        Ability to work independently while managing multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.

·        Experience in an international corporate environment; skilled in leveraging global knowledge to address local challenges effectively, ensuring compliance and strategic alignment in a cross-border context.

·        Strong interpersonal skills and a team-oriented mindset.

·        Enthusiastic about learning new domains and contributing beyond core responsibilities.

·        A collaborative team player willing to step in where needed.

·        Proactive, solution-oriented, and eager to improve existing processes / way of working.

·        Advanced Excel skills (proficiency in Power BI is a plus) for data visualization and reporting.

·        Fluent in Dutch and English (both written and spoken). Knowledge of additional languages is considered an advantage.

What we offer:

• A position in a stimulating professional environment within a sustainable, fast-growing international industry that has a long-term ambition to contribute to global decarbonization.

• A challenging function with a lot of responsibilities and variety;

• The ability to develop your personal and professional skills to become a specialist in your chosen field of expertise.

• An attractive remuneration based on your skills and achievements combined with an extensive package of extra-legal benefits.

• We believe in the benefit of flexible working hours and location and appreciate that we see one another in person regularly.

Work alongside some of the world’s leading offshore energy experts and join us in building a sustainable future. Apply now!