Payroll Expert Team Leader (M/F/X)

Solvay is all about chemistry. We’re not just referring to chemical reactions here, but also to the magic that occurs when the brightest minds get to work together. This is where our true strength lies. In you. In your future colleagues and in all your differences. And of course, in your ideas to improve lives while preserving our planet’s beauty for the generations to come.

About the role

• Our Local Payroll Expertise team for Brazil, USA, Mexico, composed of 9 payroll Specialist positions (5 in Brazil, 3 in the USA, 1 in Mexico), is integrated in the Global Payroll and Time department and focuses on delivering Local Payroll Expertise for the 3 countries.
• As a Payroll Expertise Team Leader for those 3 countries, reporting to the Payroll Manager for Local Payroll Expertise teams, you will lead a team of experts staying up to date with local payroll legal, regulatory and tax rules, training and supporting the Operations team. 
• You will be accountable for:
  • Operational Excellence: Ensure timely and accurate processing of all time and payroll activities. Monitor and manage Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and Service Level Agreements (SLAs) to maintain high levels of service quality.
  • Team Leadership & Global Expertise: Lead payroll teams in three countries. Serve as a global payroll expert, providing guidance and support across the organization.
  • Compliance & Risk Management: Analyze and assess the impact of new legislation and HR agreements on payroll processes. Ensure compliance with all relevant legal and regulatory requirements. Maintain the confidentiality and security of all payroll-related information.
  • Stakeholder Management & Collaboration: Provide support and expertise to colleagues, internal stakeholders, and external authorities. Manage relationships with external payroll providers. Participate in cross-functional projects and initiatives related to payroll.
  • Continuous Improvement: Create detailed functional specifications for process improvements and system changes. Participate in payroll transformation projects and support local implementation. Drive continuous improvement within the payroll function.
• We offer a permanent contract with hybrid working mode.

About you

• Bachelor in accounting, finance, human resources or a related field.
• Strong experience in one of the 3 countries in an industrial context
• Competencies:
  • Payroll knowledge in one of the 3 countries is a plus
  • Fluent in English, Brazilian Portuguese
  • Deep knowledge of HR systems such as SAP HR, payroll systems and time management systems
  • Comfortable managing large amounts of data, an advanced user of Spreadsheets (e.g. Excel) and reports
• Behaviour
  • Collaboration, open mindedness
  • Team work
  • Initiative
  • Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills
  • Customer orientation with the ability to interact effectively with employees at all levels of the organization

About the pay and benefits

• Attractive and equitable pay for all: compensation is determined within a range to foster your development in the role. While the primary country base Brasil reasonably expected for this role is R$ 169.000,00 to R$ 258.000,00 your salary may ultimately be higher or lower based on your skills and experience. Additionally, we provide a competitive total rewards package that includes a bonus and/or other incentives.
• Solvay Cares program: minimum of 16 weeks of parenting leave for all employees and package with healthcare, disability and life insurance coverage.
• Prioritization of well-being: Solvay Solidarity Fund to support employees through hardship, work-life balance promotion, flexible approach to work part-time or hybrid work arrangements (depending on the type of job), employee assistance program with access to physical and psychological support.
• Professional development: prioritization of internal talents for career progression, access to a training platform, opportunities to join Employee Resource Groups (ERG) for experience sharing and mentorship and free language courses in 24 languages.

About us

• Solvay, a pioneering chemical company with a legacy rooted in founder Ernest Solvay's pivotal innovations in the soda ash process, is dedicated to delivering essential solutions globally through its workforce of over 9,000 employees. Since 1863, Solvay harnesses the power of chemistry to create innovative, sustainable solutions that answer the world’s most essential needs such as purifying the air we breathe and the water we drink, preserving our food supplies, protecting our health and well-being, creating eco-friendly clothing, making the tires of our cars more sustainable and cleaning and protecting our homes. As a world-leading company with €4.9 billion in net sales in 2023 and listings on Euronext Brussels and Paris (SOLB), its unwavering commitment drives the transition to a carbon-neutral future by 2050, underscoring its dedication to sustainability and a fair and just transition.
• At Solvay, we seek to promote unity and not uniformity. We value the diversity that individuals bring and we invite you to consider a future with us, regardless of background, age, gender, national origin, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, ability or identity. We encourage individuals who may require any assistance or accommodations to let us know to ensure a seamless application experience. We are here to support you throughout the application journey and want to ensure all candidates are treated equally. If you are unsure whether you meet all the criteria or qualifications listed in the job description, we still encourage you to apply.

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