Payroll Expert 80% – 100% (m/f/d)

About the job

We are

... a prosperous retail company specialising in the non-food sector, with heart and Dutch charm, and we are proud of our corporate values.

To continue developing our presence in Switzerland, we are looking for motivated and committed employees who want to be pioneers alongside us in this adventure.

We offer you the opportunity to work in a start-up environment within one of the fastest-growing international companies.

Want to grow with us and actively contribute to shaping both your career and the future of Action? Then apply now for the position of:

Payroll Expert 80% – 100% (m/f/d)

Your Role

You will be responsible for ensuring accurate and timely payroll processing and supporting various administrative tasks, thus contributing to the smooth operation of payroll and compliance processes within our organisation.

Your Main Responsibilities

Payroll Administration

• Collect, process and verify payroll data.
• Manage processes related to taxes, social security, health insurance and work permits.
• Ensure timely payment of salaries in compliance with Swiss legislation.
• Participate in audits, unemployment claims and payroll-related reports.
• Collaborate with the Finance department for payroll account reconciliation.
• Maintain and archive payroll documents accurately.
• Create payroll reports for management.

Systems and Process Support

• Collaborate with internal and external payroll providers.
• Propose and implement improvements to optimise payroll processing.
• Test and manage system changes in collaboration with the IPS Coordinator.

Pension Administration

• Manage employee enrolments in pension schemes and verify invoices.
• Analyse and resolve discrepancies in pension data.

Compliance and Communication

• Stay informed about Swiss payroll legislation and inform stakeholders.
• Assist the HR team with payroll-related questions and complex issues.
• Communicate effectively with all relevant stakeholders.

Your Profile

Education and Experience

• Mandatory Swiss payroll certification, accompanied by a university degree or equivalent.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in payroll/HR administration, ideally in the retail sector.

Skills and Qualities

• Proficiency in English; fluent French and a good understanding of German are a plus.
• Advanced Excel skills and knowledge of payroll/HR systems.
• Attention to detail, excellent organisational and analytical skills.
• Proactive, team-oriented, and able to manage priorities under pressure.

What Awaits You

• A competitive salary based on your experience and skills.
• Training and professional development through Action Academy.
• Growth opportunities in a dynamic international organisation.
• A hybrid working environment with a collaborative and dynamic team culture.
• A 15% discount for employees on all our products.
• A corporate culture based on teamwork, discipline and respect.
• A comprehensive onboarding programme to prepare you for success in your role.

Interested? Here are the next steps:

1. Apply directly online, indicating your availability date and salary expectations.
2. Invitation to a first job interview.
3. Second job interview.
4. Are we on the same wavelength? Then we will make you an offer you cannot refuse!

Action is a cost-conscious and environmentally aware company. We therefore encourage paperless applications.

We welcome all people regardless of their gender, nationality, ethnic or social origin, disability, religion, age, as well as sexual orientation or identity.

For reasons of readability, we refrain from using simultaneous linguistic forms referring to different genders. All personal designations nevertheless apply to all genders.