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Experienced Danish Payroll Specialist in Spain

On-site in Málaga, Armilla, Las Rozas de Madrid, Valencia & Barcelona·Added 2 months ago

SD Worx

54 open roles

Overview

Requirements

  • Have the right to work in Spain

    SD Worx doesn't mention sponsorship in the ad.

  • Work in English

    English is required, per the ad.

  • Danish

    The ad asks for Danish, or counts it in your favour.

  • Work on-site in Málaga, Armilla, Las Rozas de Madrid, Valencia & Barcelona

    No relocation package mentioned.

  • Have 5+ years of experience

    Mid-level role.

This job was automatically translated to English.

The role

At SD Worx, we are looking for engaged people to become part of our team.

With us, you will get the opportunity to showcase your talents and develop like never before! Are you ready? Then apply today!

Become a Danish Payroll Specialist in Sunny Spain!

SD Worx is a leading European provider of payroll and HR services with a global reach. We have offices throughout Europe and in Mauritius. Our goal is to make people solutions and HR a value-creating resource for our customers and their employees. Our solutions cover the entire employee journey, from payroll to attraction, reward, and talent development. Are you ready to become part of our journey?

We are not just looking for employees. We are seeking the right talent to strengthen our well-established Nordic teams. If you are looking for a long-term career opportunity where your skills and ambitions can truly make a difference, we would love to hear from you.

About the role

A central role in our payroll team, where you will be responsible for delivering end-to-end payroll solutions in an international work environment with a focus on continuous learning and professional development.

What can you expect?

  • Responsibility for the entire payroll process for Danish customers with a focus on quality, accuracy, and high professional standards.

  • Active participation in the team's work to optimize processes and improve service quality through innovative technological solutions.

  • Providing expert support and handling complex payroll-related queries with commitment and professionalism.

What do you bring?

  • Minimum 5 years of solid experience handling the entire payroll process, including payroll data registration, tax reporting, payment file preparation, holiday pay calculation, and other payroll-related tasks.

  • You thrive in a dynamic environment, work proactively, and have a development-oriented mindset with a desire to make a tangible difference.

  • You are fluent in Danish (native level, C2) and have good English skills (minimum B2), along with in-depth knowledge of Danish employment law and payroll regulations.

  • Experience with the Paychex Payroll Engine (formerly Lessor) system is a significant advantage.

  • You contribute to a positive team environment with humor, resilience, and positive energy.

What do we offer?

🏝️ Comprehensive onboarding and development programs
🏝️ Flexible working hours
🏝️ Private health insurance, 100% paid by SD Worx
🏝️ 25 vacation days per year
🏝️ 18 personal days off
🏝️ Reduced working hours in summer: 36 hours per week instead of 40 for four weeks (can be scheduled in July or August)
🏝️ Flexible benefit packages through Coben, including meals, transport, etc.
🏝️ Computer and necessary equipment provided
🏝️ Workation: opportunity to work from abroad (in countries where SD Worx has a legal entity) for up to 4 weeks per year
🏝️ Great learning opportunities, individual training budget, personal development plan, and professional training
🏝️ Career opportunities in both specialist and broader development tracks. There is always room to grow at SD Worx
🏝️ We support internal mobility and continuous development, so you can explore new roles, change teams or departments, and build a long-term career with us
🏝️ We work hard, but we also prioritize community. Regular team events and social activities are an important part of our culture

We work from many locations as one team and continuously move from good to better.

SD Worx values diversity in the workplace. Diversity creates inspiration and innovation in our organization. We encourage all qualified candidates to apply, regardless of origin, nationality, gender, skin color, ethnic or social background, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, or life situation.

The salary range will be communicated to candidates during the first interview with the Talent Acquisition team.

Hiring process

3 steps5 interviewsa task to do
  1. Application

  2. Recruiter interview

    With a recruiter

    A phone or video interview if your profile matches the role.

  3. Interviews with the hiring manager

    With hiring manager and key stakeholders · 1–3 sessions

    Meet the hiring manager and possibly other key stakeholders.

  4. Case interview or assessment

    Not every role

    Included for some roles.

  5. Reference checks

  6. Job offer

  • SD Worx says it usually responds to applications within a week.

About SD Worx

SD Worx is a European HR and payroll services provider headquartered in Antwerp, Belgium. The company specializes in payroll administration, HR administration, and related software solutions, operating across multiple European countries with a strong focus on local expertise and compliance. With a workforce of several thousand employees, SD Worx serves a wide range of clients, from small businesses to large international corporations, and is recognized as a leading player in the European HR services market.

SD Worx has a significant presence in Spain, with offices in Madrid and Barcelona, where they deliver payroll and HR services to both Spanish and international companies. The company is known for its international and multicultural work environment, actively hiring professionals from across Europe, including roles for SAP SuccessFactors consultants, payroll specialists, and HR operations staff. For international professionals, SD Worx offers opportunities to work in a dynamic, cross-border environment, leveraging their language skills (e.g., German, French, Dutch, Finnish, Norwegian, Danish) and expertise in various HR and payroll systems, making it an attractive employer for those looking to build a career in the European HR tech sector.

Industry
HR Payroll
Founded
1945
Employees
5,000–10,000
Headquarters
Antwerp, Belgium
In Spain
Madrid, Barcelona
Website
sdworx.com

Good to know if you are moving

  • SD Worx actively hires international professionals, with many roles explicitly requiring language skills such as German, French, Dutch, Finnish, Norwegian, or Danish, making it accessible for non-Spanish speakers.
  • The company has a strong presence in Spain (Madrid and Barcelona), offering opportunities to work on Spanish payroll projects while being part of a European-wide organization.
  • Many roles are client-facing and require fluency in a specific European language, so language skills are a key asset for international candidates.
  • The company offers a multicultural and multilingual work environment, with teams spread across Europe.
  • SD Worx provides a clear career path in HR and payroll consulting, with opportunities to specialize in SAP SuccessFactors, SAP HCM, and other HR technologies.
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