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Global Payroll Specialist at EF Education First

In collaboration with EF Education First, Gazella is now looking for a Global Payroll Specialist for the office in Malta. This is a great opportunity to become part of an international team with varied tasks, a fast-paced environment, and broad internal networks. The role is suitable for someone who wants to combine analytical skills with an interest in payroll and accounting in a global context. As a Global Payroll Specialist, you will be part of a team of eight people handling payroll for several countries within EF. You report to the Payroll Manager and work closely with colleagues in multiple countries as well as with other functions within EF globally.

What EF offers

As a Global Payroll Specialist at EF, you will have the opportunity to be part of an international network and gain global career opportunities. You will work in a dynamic and agile company where you can make an impact, while also becoming part of a young and close-knit team based in Malta. Benefits include an annual flight allowance to your home country, wellness allowance, private health insurance, and a relocation package.

Your challenge

In the role of Global Payroll Specialist, your tasks will include:

  • Managing payroll processes for EF employees across multiple countries
  • Handling monthly and hourly salaries, including reporting, bonus payments, and updates related to pension and insurance benefits
  • Managing payroll accounting and ensuring correct cost allocations in the financial system, including preparing and uploading payroll journals
  • Initiating and leading global payroll process improvements and participating in related projects, such as system upgrades or compliance initiatives
  • Communicating with employees and managers regarding payroll and benefit-related questions
  • HR Administration tasks to support employee’s life cycle

Experience

We are looking for someone with a relevant education in finance, payroll or similar. You have 1–2 years of experience working with payroll or accounting, preferably with an international connection. You are confident in Excel and enjoy working with large data sets. Experience working with payroll systems such as ADP and Human Capital Management solutions is highly valued. Additional languages such as Spanish are considered a merit. 

As a person, you are analytical, self-driven, and curious about working in a changing environment. You have strong communication skills in English and enjoy being part of a global setting. Most importantly, you have an interest in both numbers and people – you understand the full picture of what is required for a correct and smooth payroll process.

Personal qualities

EF is looking for a communicative and outgoing person who thrives in a dynamic and changing environment where initiative is encouraged. You have a genuine interest in payroll matters and are motivated by working in an international organization where you can make a difference. You are thorough and structured, while also being flexible and unpretentious in your approach.

Application 

Is this you? Apply using the ”ansök”-button! In this recruitment process, Skanska is working together with Gazella. If you have any questions, feel free to contact Katarina Milenkovic Radosavljevic, the responsible Recruitment Consultant for this position, at katarina.milenkovic@gazella.se.