Payroll & Administration Team Leader

Job Description

Currently we are looking for an experienced Payroll & Administration Team Leader, who will join and support Danfoss HR Operations team in Slovakia. You will oversee and supervise the organization's payroll & personnel administrative functions for Slovakia, ensuring pay is processed on time, accurately, and in compliance with government regulations.

Location: Povazska Bystrica (responsibility for all locations in Slovakia, e.g. Dubnica and Vahom, Zlate Moravce)

Job Responsibilities

Responsibilities for this position include, but are not limited to, the following.

· Act as advisor and sparring partner to local /regional managers for payroll area
· Covering all Payroll & Admin (PA) aspects by applying the legal environment and internal policies
· Initiate & lead activities that help to increase satisfaction, motivation, engagement and retention within the PA team
· Optimizing of existing Payroll&Admin processes and local implementation of new global processes
· Resolve conflicts and provides coaching and counseling on Payroll&Admin matters for individuals or groups within a defined organization or function
· Implements, maintains, and reviews payroll processing systems to ensure timely and accurate processing of payroll transactions including salaries, benefits, taxes, and other deductions.
· Ensures accurate and timely processing of payroll updates including new hires, terminations, and changes to pay rates.
· Prepares and maintains accurate records and reports of payroll transactions.
· Ensures compliance with state and local payroll, wages, laws and best practices.
· Facilitates audits by providing records and documentation to auditors within area of responsibility
· One point of contact in Payroll/Admin area for Head of HR OPS Slovakia
· Team support and leadership in daily operation of the team;
· Provide training and coaching on soft and technical skills within the team.

Background & Skills

At Danfoss, we believe that a diverse and inclusive workplace fosters creativity, innovation, and a broader perspective in decision-making. When you consider this job posting, do you feel like your profile is not a perfect match? Numerous studies have found that women and people of color are more likely to apply only when they meet all requirements listed in the job posting. Even if you do not check all the boxes, we encourage you to apply anyway. We are curious to find out how you can bring new insights to the role or to Danfoss as an organization.

The ideal candidate possesses these skills.   

· Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Human Resources, or related field required.
· Three to five years of related experience required.
· Extensive knowledge of the payroll function including preparation, balancing, internal control, and payroll taxes
· Knowledge of attendance-process/system maintenance, personnel administration
· Knowledge of labor policy and related legislation requirements
· Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
· Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
· Strong supervisory and leadership skills, process improvement oriented
· Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
· Proficient with payroll/attendance software
· Change/project management skills
· Resiliency, Engagement, Flexibility

Employee Benefits

We are excited to offer you the following benefits with your employment:

• Yearly bonus system
• 2 extra days of vacation
• Company bus from several locations to Povazska Bystrica
• Additional insurance
• Company events for employees and their families
• Employee Referral Program and many more

This list does not promise or guarantee any particular benefit or specific action. They may depend on country or contract specifics and are subject to change at any time without prior notice.

Danfoss – Engineering Tomorrow

At Danfoss, we are engineering solutions that allow the world to use resources in smarter ways - driving the sustainable transformation of tomorrow. No transformation has ever been started without a group of passionate, dedicated and empowered people. We believe that innovation and great results are driven by the right mix of people with diverse backgrounds, personalities, skills, and perspectives, reflecting the world in which we do business. To make sure the mix of people works, we strive to create an inclusive work environment where people of all backgrounds are treated equally, respected, and valued for who they are. It is a strong priority within Danfoss to improve the health, working environment and safety of our employees.

Following our founder’s mindset “action speaks louder than words”, we set ourselves ambitious targets to protect the environment by embarking on a plan to become CO2 neutral latest by 2030.

Danfoss is an EO employer and VEVRAA Federal Contractor. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected category.